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First, I want to recognize our colleagues, Representatives Pingree, McCollum and DeLauro for suggesting this topic. I am delighted we are having this hearing.
Today’s topic is sustainable agriculture. Specifically, the economic opportunities for farmers through such practices.
To be sure, our farmers have known for a long time that implementing simple practices such as crop rotation or no-till can increase both soil health and their bottom lines.
In a speech less than two weeks ago, you outlined your priorities for the Department of Transportation.
First, safety.
Second, rebuilding and refurbishing our country’s infrastructure.
Third, preparing for the future.
If a budget reflects values, it seems the Trump Administration does not actually share these priorities.
This morning we will examine the FY 2020 budget request for the Department of Transportation. Secretary Chao, welcome back and thank you for joining us today.
Repairing and improving our infrastructure remains one of the top challenges facing our nation. Our economy, quality of life, and international competitiveness depend upon robust transportation networks that can accommodate the movement of people and goods.
This afternoon the Committee will receive testimony on the posture of the United States Army and the fiscal year 2020 budget request for the Army.
Our two witnesses are the Honorable Dr. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Army, and General Mark A. Milley, the Chief of Staff of the Army. We welcome you back before the Subcommittee and thank you for your service. General Milley, I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on your nomination to be the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
I know it is a very busy time at the IRS with less than a week left to the filing season, so I want to welcome Commissioner Rettig and thank him for taking the time to be with us this afternoon.
I know this is your first filing season as the IRS Commissioner and we are interested in hearing your observations and visions for the IRS.