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On the recordFebruary 28, 2023
the budget hasn't grown since 2009 for our committee and, in particular, the importance of the staff as the size of the defense budget and the oversight responsibilities have grown.
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Adam Smith
Democratic · Washington
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Smith emphasizes the stagnant budget and the need for more staff due to increased responsibilities.

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