Frank Lautenberg: “Make no mistake--the brave men and the women of the Coast Guard are always there when we need them, and they never let…”

Identity theft is a serious and growing problem in the United States and a daunting challenge for the IRS.

I want to hear feelings of improvement, of moving forward.

I am deeply concerned that recent cuts to the IRS budget are jeopardizing its ability to carry out this vital mission.

Thank you for scheduling this hearing to consider the re-nomination of Dr. Allison Macfarlane to be Chairwoman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).