Conrad Burns: “Several Senators, including me, cosponsored S. 250, the High-Speed Rail Investment Act of 2001.”

I commend him, I commend the Co-Chairman, Senator Inouye, for trying to work with this committee.

Do you think that our approach on video franchising is where we should be in this piece of legislation?

I am very concerned about this. You have proposed an elimination of that program administered by the BLM.

I strongly encourage the investment in training and quality of life improvements we need to maintain the proficiency, readiness, and morale of these airmen.