Now, are there any issues regarding contracting? Because I would presume that you would have to engage contractors, subcontractors, etcetera.
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Jack Francis Reed is a United States Senator from Rhode Island, serving since January 7, 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, Reed has been an influential figure in the Senate, particularly known for his work on the Armed Services Committee. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on issues such as national security, veterans' affairs, and economic development. Reed has also been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving education and healthcare access for Rhode Islanders.
Thank you very much, gentlemen, for your testimony, and for the great work that you have done, and your colleagues have done to support the Congress.
Thank you very much, gentlemen, for your testimony, and for the great work that you have done, and your colleagues have done to support the Congress.
I just have a few questions. General Gibson, you are the Chair of the Capitol Police Board, which is an inherently difficult job.
And within this new system there will be a significant emphasis on security of the system so that hacking and intrusions will be minimized?
Very good. You mentioned the biggest challenge is staffing, and I don't think that is unique to the Capitol Police.
We just need more people. We have great people working on that, we just need more of them, and that is what I am hoping to add.
Very good. You mentioned the biggest challenge is staffing, and I don't think that is unique to the Capitol Police.
Well, please keep us advised of that because it is--you know, it is a short horizon before you are in, so it is a significant issue.





