Coast Guard
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS COAST GUARD LEADERSHIP ON ASSET DIVERSION AND PRIVATIZATION OF SEARCH AND RESCUE
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) questioned Coast Guard leadership on the reallocation of critical maritime assets away from the Pacific Northwest and raised concerns about the potential privatization of search and rescue operations. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Ezell and Ranking Member Carbajal. Nice to see you, Admiral Lunday. Congratulations and I look forward…
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STRICKLAND OPPOSES HARMFUL CUTS AND STANDS UP FOR WORKING AMERICANS AND CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) calls out efforts to defund transportation safety, Coast Guard healthcare, and disaster relief, highlighting the real costs to working families, servicemembers, and vulnerable communities. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Today, we are considering a bill that cuts $50 billion from job-creating programs established under the Inflation Reduction Act, including the Neighborhood…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS VICE ADMIRAL ON COAST GUARD MODERNIZATION, CYBERSECURITY, AND WORKFORCE STABILITY
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), questioned Vice Admiral Thomas Allan, Acting Deputy Commandant for Operations, on the urgent need for strong maritime infrastructure, modernization of the US Coast Guard, and cybersecurity readiness. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Ezell: The gentleman yields. The Chair now recognizes Ms.…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS MARITIME LEADERS ON WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTMENTS IN EDUCATION
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), questioned maritime leaders about the need to expand workforce development and educational opportunities to attract and prepare the next generation of workers. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Ezell and Ranking Member Carbajal. I have the privilege of…