A group of lawmakers recently introduced a resolution commending the U.S. Coast Guard for border response and ability to adapt and respond to increased maritime threats.
Officials said 17 lawmakers served as resolution co-sponsors, detailing Coast Guard efforts to safeguard the American people through the promotion of national security and maritime border security.
According to the resolution, in fiscal year 2022, the Coast Guard interdicted over 330,000 pounds of cocaine, over 60,000 pounds of marijuana, and over 15,000 pounds of other narcotics; conducted over 6,300 boardings of United States fishing vessels and interdicted approximately 100 foreign fishing incursions. They also interdicted approximately 12,500 illegal immigrants, representing an increase of 150 percent from 2021.
“Through selfless and dedicated service, the Coast Guard and Coast Guardsmen have remained ‘Always Ready to promote the highest level of maritime border security, ensuring the United States and the people of the United States are safeguarded from complex and evolving maritime threats,” the legislators wrote. “The Senate is grateful to the men and women who proudly serve in the Coast Guard to protect the people of the United States by ensuring the highest level of maritime border security; and congratulates the Coast Guard on exemplary service and dedication to the United States.”