I want to commend you and the Army Reserve for your outstanding support to Operation Allies Welcome at Fort McCoy in Wisconsin.

That is why I was proud to introduce and witness the passage of the Stop Student Debt Relief Scams or Stop Act.

Would you agree that additional inspections and better oversight of this plant were warranted based on past performance?

I support getting the frigate program up to three or maybe even four ships per year as a procurement plan.

Would you support getting all Navy ships closer to 100 percent domestic content?

I worked with Senator Leahy to fund noise mitigation through annual appropriations and it will be really important for the Department of Defense to get this program implemented soon.

I am on the floor here today to address the same topic as my colleague who just spoke. And before I jump into prepared remarks, I wanted to offer just a few points of rebuttal because on this topic it seems so frequently that we all talk…

It also includes funds to ensure that socially and geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers are able to access the services and opportunities that are essential to their success.

I am also pleased the budget continues to invest in programs that support our rural communities, the backbone of this country.

The fiscal year 2023 Budget Request for USDA is ambitious, and I am pleased that this request continues investments in climate resilience, as well as support for our rural economies.

As inflation drives up home ownership opportunities and rental prices it is essential that we ensure rural Americans have access to affordable housing.

Our goal and hope is that we are able to expand this program significantly, which is why we have asked for an additional $39 million.