Frank Lautenberg: “We need more of national leadership. I do not know why this is not seen as a crisis of major proportion.”

I strongly supported President Obama's rescission of the Mexico City Policy, also known as the Global Gag Rule, upon taking office.

The Coast Guard needs 58 fast response cutters (FRCs) to replace their aging fleet of patrol boats.

We must continue to be thorough in this investigation and analysis to ensure that this risk is eliminated.

I am honored to serve as chairman of this subcommittee, which has jurisdiction over crucial Federal programs that support our economy.