Thad Cochran: “I appreciate the recognition. I am delighted to be able to announce that, this year, the City of Natchez, Mississippi…”

This subcommittee will reconvene on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 10:30 a.m.

I understand that the Army's unfunded requirements list includes a $3.1 billion increase in end strength beyond the fiscal year 2017 NDAA mandate.

I wish to honor former Senator Pete V. Domenici of New Mexico, who passed away September 13 in Albuquerque. It was a privilege to call Pete a friend and to work with him as a Senate colleague and member of the Appropriations Committee…

Mr. Chairman, let me join you in congratulating our panel here and the participation you're bringing to this challenge.