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"The Energy and Water bill has impacts throughout the country in every Member's district, which is why it is so important that we have this opportunity for Members to provide input into the process."

"CISA plays a vital role in partnering with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and critical infrastructure owners and operators to protect against emerging and evolving threats."

"Examining the management challenges facing the Department of Transportation and the Department of Housing and Urban Development helps this subcommittee make informed decisions about how we invest resources. Whether it is aging IT infrastructure, a shrinking workforce, or private sector development outpacing Federal regulation, DOT and HUD require effective oversight and fine-tuning."

"To maintain our technological superiority in the air and space domain, it is as important as ever to educate and train the next generation of mathematicians, physicists, aeronautical engineers, and of course, computer scientists. Falling behind is not an option in any of these fields because we are one nation that is supported by the entire budget, not a fraction of its parts."

"People depend on these programs, which is why I must mention how deeply concerned I am over some extreme House Republican calls for massive spending cuts and even more extreme calls by Republican officials to eliminate so many of the programs that keep families healthy, safe, and prosperous. These cuts would be devastating to children, families, seniors, and veterans. We should be doing everything we can to increase access to these programs, not cutting off vital services to the people who need them."

"Your budget continues to build upon this administration’s commitment to addressing the climate crisis by requesting significant increases to advance science and enhance conservation efforts. It ensures that we are upholding our treaty and trust obligations, and it comprehensively expands the federal government’s response to wildland fire."

"That committee has passed over 200 recommendations to improve the way Congress works and this subcommittee has been supportive by providing the necessary resources. In fiscal year 2023, we provided $10 million for modernization."