"However, I worry that downsizing the fleet would dangerously limit the Coast Guard's ability to respond to simultaneous emergencies like those that come after hurricanes."
"I proudly represent Port Security Guard 308, the Gulfport Coast Guard Station, and the Coast Guard personnel at Pascagoula Naval Station."
"It brings me pride to say the workforce of southern Mississippi will be responsible for building the most superior and technologically advanced polar cutters in the entire world."
"I do have some concerns regarding the MH-65 replacement program."
"The Coast Guard is conducting the planning required to relocate Port Security Unit 308 into a permanent facility."
"Due to the Biden administration's open border catch-and-release policies, cartel crime is transitioning from a border issue to a national issue."
"I want to thank each and every one of you today for being here and sharing this information with us."
"What I will say about some of these extremists on both sides, they need to be put in prison."
"Costs are getting higher and timelines are getting longer, both because of the uncertainty placed on the industry by the Biden administration."
"I think we could come to some sort of understanding on both sides about enforcing the law."
"This committee continues to hear from the maritime industry about the significant shortages of U.S. mariners."