In these current economic times, we must make good use of every tax-dollar we spend on defense.
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Emphasizes the need for efficient defense spending amid economic challenges.
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Everyone is for roadway safety--I don't question that at all--but it does seem you are making somewhat of a case, if we just leave it to formula grants only, there is no guarantee investment will be made in roadway safety as opposed to if we had the competitive grants for roadway safety, we could better encourage the national policy in investment and infrastructure that actually takes into account safety.
It is more effective and less costly to prevent pollution than to clean up pollution.
So, it is clear we have a responsibility to ensure that those who are dedicating their lives to protecting us receive the resources and support they need to thrive, both on duty and off duty.





