Thad Cochran: “I find myself in agreement with the distinguished Senator from Arkansas about the possible implications with changes in…”

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.

Ensuring that the Corps has adequate funding to meet its responsibilities is a high priority of mine.

We appreciate very much your leadership in the research effort and we commend you and those who work with you for helping make sure we have what we need in order to make our nation safe and secure.