At a time when the leadership of some Federal agencies is not livIng up to the trust that is reposed in them. it is refreshing to honor the integrity of the United States Coast Guard and all of its personnel. I ask that the Representatives from our 20 landlocked States join with us in public acknowledgment of those who serve us above and beyond the call of duty. With characteristic brevity and modesty. the Coast Guard says that its functions are to enforce maritime laws. laws relating to internal revenue. customs. immigration. neutrality. and to be responsible for the conservation and protection of fisheries and wildlife in co*operation with other agencies. It watches over life and property on the seas. provides navigational aids to maritime commerce and to transoceanic air commerce. promotes the efficiency and safety of the American merchant marine. and is ever ready for military operations. This covers a lot of water.
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