Let me also welcome Mr. Bob Peck back to the committee. He has been through some tough issues with this committee, Yet he has always been a constructive voice in seeking solutions, even when he had to go out of his way to do it.
As an example, he and I were at a hearing in Helena, Montana almost two years ago to look at options for relocating the Federal building. As a result of his work on that issue, and that of his regional deputy, Paul Prouty, we managed to turn a difficult situation into a win for the city, the state and GSA.
I look forward to his testimony and with that, Mr. Chairman, I am ready to proceed.