Political Quotes

“I will be brief on this, but this is a requirement the DOD at the moment doesn't want to do. For the uninitiated, B-52s are not all nuclear capable because there are limitations within the New START treaty, which is still in existence, even though it may not be in a little while. The Department of Defense is not interested in doing this. What they are interested in doing is investing in the B-21, which is the next generation nuclear-capable bomber. This would cost a great deal of money. Also, they are currently trying to extend the life of a number of B-52s out to 2050, which they are confident they can do. This would be another added expense to that. I think we should look at this issue a little bit more before we require the Department of Defense to go down that route. I would urge a ``no'' vote. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Rogers). The amendment was agreed to. Amendments En Bloc No. 1 Offered by Mr. Rogers of Alabama”