"I remain deeply concerned about the fiscal year 2013 defense authorization conference committee decision, made behind closed doors and without consultation of all conferees."
"I believe robust defense trade increases interoperability with our allies and reduces unit costs and it helps support U.S. defense industrial base."
"These decisions should not be based solely on self-imposed resource constraints."
"If sequestration continues into fiscal year 2014, there is a significant risk of not being able to deliver the full Block 3F combat capability and a reduction in the number of aircraft the Services ca..."
"Affordability remains my number one priority, and I expect these cost estimates to continue to go down over the next several years as the program matures."
"At under $6 million per copy it would seem that the UH-72 or a similar alternative could provide a very low-cost solution for the Air Force."
"DOD appears to have prioritized the F-35 program with regards to sequestration and fiscal year 2014 budget cuts, but it too has been impacted."
"I see a growing readiness and acquisition bow wave that will degrade the combat capabilities of our Services, negatively impacting our national security."
"I remain deeply concerned about the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 conference decision--made behind closed doors and without consultation of all conferees--that enabled the Ai..."
"Well, you made a very strong and clear statement about the value of this program, and I appreciate it."
"I look forward to working with you on the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council, which is part of the RESTORE Act, to make sure that it aligns with state priorities."