Thad Cochran: “It seems to me that, now more than ever, Congressional oversight is needed to 'regulate the regulators' and to hold…”

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

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.

If we go back in sequestration, what affect would it have on the Corps of Engineers, Mr. Speer?

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…