Rick Larsen: “Disasters cost taxpayers billions of dollars each year. Last year, climate and weather-related disasters caused over…”

There's never been a more important time for the United States to maintain and expand its leadership in the Arctic.

If we want to support mitigation efforts that offer the greatest return on investment, it is common sense to provide communities with the resources they need to adopt the latest codes.

Thank you, Chairman Webster, for calling this hearing on a topic of great importance: icebreaking capabilities.

I will also take this time to recognize Republican Staff Director of T&I, Jack Ruddy, who is leaving at the end of the week, after more than 6 years of work on the committee and, of course, an additional 9 years directly with the chair…