I think that it is time for an open and frank discussion about how we can all take action to close the gaps in addressing surface transportation security.

I think we do need to have much better use of our taxpayer dollars.

It has been 8 and a half years since 9/11, and since that time there have been over 700 attacks on rail and bus systems around the world.

I'd like to have the information when there is a policy that is set, if it, in fact, is going to change.

You are saying, today, that you think the inspectors hired will, going forward, have surface experience.

Despite that fact, the Act, which created TSA, states unequivocally that TSA shall be responsible for security in all modes of transportation.

I hope the Administration will be sending up a nominee soon who can be confirmed.

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I commend the Department for the decision on the Agent Orange diseases, and I think that is the right thing to do.

I think that the increase in the budget proposed, $5.2 billion for mental health treatment, is an increase from last year that is very warranted.

This subcommittee has always put our Nation's veterans first, and I can say with great assurance that we will do whatever it takes, in a bipartisan manner, to work with you.