Jon Tester actually said...

I want to thank the folks for their testimony here today. We are going to work very, very hard to get this budget out on time.

Congress dropped the ball on that because that would have changed things dramatically, but some folks want it to be used as a political tool...

Congress established a distinct appropriations account to ensure sufficient funding to recruit and retain acquisition personnel.

Without it, we cannot deter conflict. Without it, we cannot provide vital effects. Without it, we cannot protect the Joint Force.