"Among the enumerated powers of the Congress, providing for the common defense gives this committee the authority and responsibility to ensure that we secure the Nation's borders."
"I think with this particular piece, we may have some success there as well."
"On behalf of this committee, I certainly want to commend all of the men and women of the Border Patrol for the work that they have done over the last decade, as well, the last 88 years, but certainly ..."
"I am encouraged that the Border Patrol decided to update this strategy to reflect the reality we face on the border today, but I am concerned that the 2012-2016 Strategy lacks a tangible way to measur..."
"border security is something that the American people have made very clear they have the political will to do so"
"I think it makes sense to explore financing options."
"Letting the inland waterways system decline further would be an economic disaster to add to the Nation's already significant fiscal problems."
"Addressing the infrastructure needs of the inland waterways system is not about economic benefits to a few barge companies, it is about keeping American farms, manufacturers and businesses competitive..."
"I have said on many occasions that the Department of Homeland Security needs to be honest and forthright with this Congress and tell us what your needs are--Congress' job is to prioritize to those nee..."
"Ad hoc, short-term operational planning and thinking must be replaced by a comprehensive strategy to secure the border--the American people will not accept anything less."
"We all want to work together. Certainly, on behalf of myself and the Ranking Member and everybody in our subcommittee, we look forward to working with all of you for our mutual goal--securing our bord..."