10/02/2017
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"some of the cuts that are reportedly outlined in the OMB's draft budget include the elimination of all 10 of the Coast Guard's Maritime Safety and Security Teams"
"It's wonderful to have the first hearing of the Subcommittee to be with the Coast Guard, which, of course, plays a critical role in ensuring maritime safety and the security of our Nation."
"I believe that now is the time to increase the Coast Guard's budget, not to cut it."
"I look forward to its continued success and continued delivery of all nine of these high-performance vessels."