Lautenberg acknowledges a point made during the discussion.
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We simply can't afford to ignore the lessons from past accidents and crashes.
The Coast Guard needs 58 fast response cutters (FRCs) to replace their aging fleet of patrol boats.
I am deeply concerned that recent cuts to the IRS budget are jeopardizing its ability to carry out this vital mission.
We risk that global leadership position if we are unwilling to continue to invest in it.