Blumenthal Statement on Sikorsky

(Hartford, CT) – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on Sikorsky:

“Regardless of ownership , Sikorsky's skilled, dedicated workers produce the world's best helicopters – and I will fight to assure that they continue to make them. This workforce is a vital national security asset, and I will spare no effort or energy to support it. I will review carefully and closely any change in ownership and urge the Senate Armed Services Committee, on which I serve, along with the Department of Defense to scrutinize these issues as well, because the helicopters produced at Sikorsky are critical to our national security. I hope and expect a smooth transition to the next owner. The mobility, medical care, rescue operations, and other key functions of our armed forces are at stake.”

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