Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

“ I have every confidence that in his new capacity, Chris will do an excellent job.
Chris has made such a positive and lasting impression during his tenure here in the House, and he will be sorely missed.
Since 1988, Chris has made countless contributions, especially as the first chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security. In this capacity, he oversaw a momentous and much-needed reorganization of the Nation's security authority.
I feel privileged to have worked with such a distinguished Member of Congress, and I wish him continued success in all of his future endeavors. ”

“ Iron Dome does not start wars. It helps prevent wars.”. (b) Statement of policy– The President, acting through the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State, should provide assistance, upon request by the Government of Israel, for the enhancement of the David’s Sling Weapon System, the enhancement of the joint United States-Israel Arrow Weapon System (Arrow 2 and Arrow 3) , and the procurement and enhancement of the Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system for purposes of intercepting short-range rockets, missiles, and other projectiles launched against Israel. ”

“ Sec. 6. Extension of existing authorization of United States-Israel energy cooperation Section 917 (c) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17337 (c) ) is amended by striking “7 years” and inserting “17 years”.
Sec. 7. United States-Israel cooperation on cyber-security It is a sense of Congress that the United States and Israel should take steps and explore avenues to increase cooperation on cyber-security. ”