Such provisions cost the Department of Defense over $5.5 billion each year and I am fearful that we will see the same unnecessary expense arise at the Department of Homeland Security. a new agency. Once again. I thank the appropriators for their diligence in passing a relatively clean Homeland Security appropriations bill devoid of numerous earmarks. While much work remains to be done to secure our homeland. including comprehensive immigration reform and further action on 9/11 Commission recommendations. specifically more spectrum for first responders. we can take another important step by passing this legislation and providing the Department with adequate resources to protect our Nations air space. borders. ports of entry. and travel infrastructure.
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