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these funding levels, we're going to move forward with our NextGen efforts as expeditiously as we c an through the first quarter. Along with the CR, Congress approved a short - term extension of our authorization until March 31, 2016. With these actions complete, we can all continue to do our jobs in support of our mission for the time being, at least until December when we wil l need another budget enacted. We will continu e to work toward a longer - term reauthorization that adheres to a few key principles. These include helping us maintain our exceptional safety record, helping us continue to modernize our nation's airspace, enabling the integration of new user entrants into the airspace system, and strengthening America's global leadership in aviation. As I noted in my July message on this topics, there continues to be a discussion on Capitol Hill over proposals to change the structure and governance of the FAA, including pr oposals to corporatize the ATO's duties and move it out of the FAA. The Administration welcomes the opportunity to evaluate these proposals and looks forward to having that discussion with Congress and our stakeholders. We believe, however, that any govern ance - related proposals would need to address the major challenges facing the FAA and its workforce, including funding levels, and funding stability and flexibility, while ensuring that our nation continues to maintain the safest and most efficient airspace system in the world. While we continue to address these issues, let me stress that everyone in the ATO is an important part of our mission. We couldn't do it without you. Let's continue to deliver the world's safest, most efficient airspace system for our nation. Thanks everyone, Teri L. Bristol ATO Chief Operating Officer MEMBERSHIP AND MARKETING DEPARTMENT NATCA STORE ITEM FOR THE WEEK: Performance Fleece Pants 100 percent Polyester Fleece with Moisture Wicking and Anti - Microbial. Smooth micro - denier filament polyester with l uster. Moisture wicking fleece inside for dry warmth. Two side inset pockets. 1.5 " covered elastic with inside pull draw cord . Open leg. NATCA is digitized. Price is: $38 - 42. Made in USA. Click HERE to view the item and order at natcastore.com . Select USPS or UPS as your shippi ng preference on your orders. Reminder: Apparel items take 3 - 4 weeks to deliver from date of order. If you nee d items by a certain date, please contact NATCA Store Customer Service for arran ge ments. Expedite d shipping charges may apply. To check on stock availability or for further assistance, call 800.266.0895 or email natcastore@natcadc.org . 2016 Pocket Calendars If you would like to order an individual 2016 NATCA Pocket Calendar, please make your request through the NATCA Portal . Please insure that the mailing information under "My Profile " is correct. Once you have verified the information, please click the Event tab and make your request under "Req uest for 2016 Pocket Calendar." Please make your request no later than November 15th. The free pocket calendars will be mailed to your residence by mid - December.