Jeff Drew actually said...

"meeting presence with presence in the Arctic when it comes to competition with Russia and China."

"How does this timeline affect the Service's ability to carry out its core missions in the Arctic?"

"I believe that we have, but is this an avenue the Coast Guard has explored to help the high costs that are located by these bases?"

"Given the higher costs along the coast, it is evident, to me at least, that an increased CONUS COLA is something that would greatly benefit Coasties and servicemembers stationed in these areas."