Frank Lautenberg: “We're not full strength now. We haven't had experienced controllers. We're off considerably from what we're supposed to…”

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

The IRS must be funded at a level that enables it to provide necessary taxpayer assistance and to enforce the laws.

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

I believe it is time for this subcommittee and others to give serious thought to the way the IRS is funded.