Chairman. the bill is currently balanced among the many competing homeland security priorities. This amendment significantly upsets that balance and undermines the Departments ability to effectively integrate its business systems. The subcommittee carefully reviewed the Presidents request. We made significant modifications in order to ensure all mission areas had sufficient resources. including restoration of funds for all first responder grants by adding $500 million: restoration of funds for critical law enforcement functions. such as the CPB air and marine operations. and the Secret Service. We increased funding for critical explosive detection systems. significant funding and oversight for all aspects of border security and immigration reform. What this amendment would do. Mr.
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