Frank Lautenberg: “Shouldn't the Corps be given permanent authority to improve projects following these future natural disasters?”

One of our top priorities will be completing the work of Wall Street Reform Act by providing Federal regulators the resources they need.

Some will say now isn't the time to make public investments. Some will say we can't afford it.

I am concerned that with our budget difficulties we will continue to see declining budgets for Defense Nuclear Non-Proliferation activities in favor of Weapons Activities.

With my State's continued challenges and stubbornly high foreclosure rates, I call on the Treasury Department to redouble its efforts to ensure that New Jersey homeowners receive the help they need.