Kit Bond: “If you build it, they will come.”

I regret to say that this bill should be called the Big Oil Gulf Monopoly Bill, because that is what it is.

This pragmatic decision will help address larger fighter shortfalls in the Navy, save the taxpayer over $500 million.

You'll also be responsible for recommending policies to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the agency.

I would humbly suggest that you put more, not less, in the force structure for the Guard, which is a bargain for our military defense.