Frank Lautenberg: “Beware of those investments that look so good that you can't lose anything, that you will make a fortune in a short…”

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.

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

Although we have had a complete trade ban on Iran since 1995, a significant loophole existed that allowed the foreign subsidiaries of American companies to do business with Iran.

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