"I echo the chairman's concern about politicizing our military."
"We must take the lessons learned and apply them now."
"I want to highlight two key issues I am seeing in New Jersey."
"Direct funding is critical to keep the fight up for our constituents."
"I am personally deeply concerned that the way this Department of Defense is using its reprogramming authority damages the trust between this committee and our DOD."
"Second, we need an expansion of the eligibility criteria for Highway Maintenance Trust fund expenditures to include in-water infrastructure."
"Assessments of flood risks today must consider that climate change is accelerating rates of sea level rise."
"They appreciate that the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is a critical part of providing this protection to communities."
"This is my first hearing since taking over the Subcommittee Chairmanship from my colleague and friend Mrs. Fletcher."
"I am pleased to welcome our distinguished panel to today's hearing."
"Assessments of flood risk today must consider that climate change is accelerating rates of sea level rise."