Frank Lautenberg: “It is clear the airlines need to use more alternative fuels to reduce the industry's reliance on oil, minimize the harm…”

Both agencies were crucial in helping New Jersey respond to and recover from Superstorm Sandy, and Congress must support them so that we are better prepared for future storms.

I remain concerned about the Department's fiscal year 2014 budget proposal to once again attempt to consolidate preparedness grants into one national program.

I am deeply troubled with this budget. The Coast Guard does not have adequate funding to do everything we expect them to do.

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