what haepz next shows how far we have come in taking pro active measures to protect the homeland. the officer completed a report and clicked the sar button in the alabama system. that went to the alabama fusion center which analyzed the information and contacted the colorado fusion center. the fbi has a presence in both of the centers. matters still being considered, whether this situation has to do with terrorism or some other criminal activity, a key point is that within hours federal, state and local officials can act positive prevent criminal activity were aware of the situation. this goes far beyond information sharing. this is deep collaboration that makes our country safer and the fusion center an enabler. thank you and i look forward to your questions. >> thank you, chairman, ranking member and members of the subcommittee so much for the opportunity to provide some brief comments this morning on our submitted statement for the record. we were very pleased to see the progress made by the administration in the 2013 budget proposal. we should be. because since june of last ye