Frank Lautenberg: “But if I might divert for just a minute to say to you that our hearts go out to those in West Virginia who have lost…”

Do you think these loopholes in our explosives laws put Americans' safety in danger?

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

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

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