Throughout its history. the Coast Guard has had responsibility for enforcing the Nations customs laws. providing navigational. rescue and lifesaving operations. and defensive military service during wartime. In recent years. that role has been expanded by Congress and the executive branch to include water pollution and oilspill control. marine sanctuaries enforcement. boat safety programs. vessel traffic. and enforcement of fishery laws. Perhaps the most important of these new responsibilities are the efforts at drug interdiction and against illegal immigration. In cooperation with other Federal and State agencies. the Coast Guard has played an invaluable part in stemming the flow of dangerous drugs and illegal aliens into the United States. These activities. which are of paramount importance in my State of Florida. are an important aspect of our crime fighting efforts. and should remain a high national priority. I fully support the continuation of these activities and recommend that Congress enhance these efforts during the appropriations process.
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