Edward M. Kennedy

The way in which we respond to challenges in employment and education today will determine how prosperous a nation we are.

What confidence do you have that the program will deliver these ships on cost and on schedule?

When can we expect to receive data from the Navy on projected cost and schedule for the FSC?

the Navy had an 'excess capacity in naval surface fires' and that tactical Tomahawk would help to overcome the loss of the Zumwalt's advanced gun system.

Admiral McCullough, what opportunities and synergies might we be losing in shutting out consideration of the Zumwalt-class from the BMD mission?

Admiral McCullough, is this solely a resource consideration?

if BMD is in such high demand, why has the Navy not choosen to leverage both platforms to meet this compelling 21st century need?

What is unclear to me is whether BMD can be added to the DDG-1000s, so we don't underutilize the capability developed in the DDG-1000 at a cost to the taxpayer of $11 billion in research and development alone.

Secretary Stackley, can you assure us that the Navy will develop detailed design specifics, and will have a firm commitment to leverage existing and promising technologies all procured through the use of full and open competition?

Why is the 2010 short-term plan any better than the 30-year plan you submitted in 2009?

Can you assure us that the generalities which currently surround the FSC will be replaced with a disciplined regimen of validated requirements?

Secretary Stackley, as we consider restarting the DDG-51 line, a lot of numbers have been put out regarding the costs of these ships.

if this is not the same missile, with comparable or superior capability, please explain how such a basic and critical capability was deleted from the DDG-1000 without Congress being officially notified of the change.

Admiral McCullough, I also understand that the Navy and Marine Corps are studying this shortfall to identify possible future solutions.

Secretary Stackley, what is the most current estimate for the cost of the DDG-51s planned for fiscal year 2010 and fiscal year 2011?

Secretary Stackley, the fiscal year 2010 budget envisions the first FSC to be procured after fiscal year 2011.

It is important for this committee to understand the costs of the proposed surface combatant production.

I fail to see the application of this rigor in your 2010 shipbuilding request.

His strong background in aviation and labor relations makes him a particularly inspired choice for this Agency.

Randy will provide a steady hand to guide the transition in a manner that ensures passenger safety, worker's rights, and global competitiveness.

I appreciate this opportunity to offer my strong support for President Obama's nomination of J. Randolph Babbitt to be Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.

Randy is an outstanding choice for this important position.

A first-class air traffic system is essential to ensuring that the United States remains at the forefront of international trade and tourism.

The work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die.

We are appreciative of your efforts particularly given the fiscal demands of your subcommittee in this time of economic hardship.