I remain deeply concerned about the fiscal year 2013 defense authorization conference committee decision, made behind closed doors and without consultation of all conferees.

General Davis, what basis did the Air Force use to determine that the CVLSP program was unaffordable when deciding to terminate the program?

The Army in particular operates the UH-72 which to my understanding is the lowest cost and most reliable helicopter in DOD production.

I look forward to working with you to ensure that our Armed Forces remain the best trained, best equipped, and most professional fighting force in the world.

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 Air Force to begin implementation of its…

I am convinced that some elements of the TFP were shortsighted. They may adversely impact our intra-theater airlift capability at a time when our Services are evolving towards a more rotational deployment model.

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.

Well, you made a very strong and clear statement about the value of this program, and I appreciate it.

The national security cutter is absolutely the best-performing Coast Guard cutter we've ever had in our history.

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.

Secretary Donley said on April 23 that the F-35A will cost more per hour to fly than the F-16 it replaces.

I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The question is on agreeing to the amendment. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call…

I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There is a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The assistant bill clerk called the roll. The result was announced--yeas 56, nays 44, as follows…

To see a wrong and not expose it is to become a silent partner to its continuance.

General Dunford, how many such attacks have occurred thus far in 2013?

General Dunford, over the span of the Afghan conflict there have been many instances of attacks by Afghan forces on U.S. and coalition personnel.

General Dunford, are there additional capabilities that need to be made available to change the trend?

General Dunford, do you believe that the screening program for prospective Afghan military and police forces is sufficient?

I am concerned that our failure to secure the release of Dr. Afridi will be seen by others as an indication that the risk of aiding the United States is too great.

I just do not believe that is fair.

Despite a weak economy and high unemployment, the Administration continues to use EPA to push regulations that I fear will put more Americans out of work and at the same time achieve only minimal results.

It seems to me that this should be an occasion to celebrate the success of current policies, rather than to advocate more restrictive policies.

A one size fits all approach is not always the best strategy, particularly when jobs are threatened for no significant environmental gain.

I have often said that the position of EPA Administrator is one of the most important and consequential of any Administration.

But, when you go to the next tier, broadband can--becomes more expensive and more expensive.