Barbara Mikulski actually said...

"But let me tell you why this is important to this committee, which goes to the emergency preparedness grants and to the continuity of government."

"I have a real problem and so does my business community where they have not been able, because of the H-2B cap, be able to get the visas they need for this year."

"However, there have been no plans submitted to support this, nor has there been an announced plan to augment the National Guard's fleet with C-130J's."

"I have supported plans for a comprehensive review of the Army's force structure to determine how important capabilities can be maintained in these tough budget times."