But the truth is, some of these people need immediate assistance because they can't drink the salt water, and their runways are flooding.

I am a big supporter of internships and fellowship programs to really give people the experience within government.

I welcome the budget's focus on democracy and human rights, and particularly robust funding for promoting press freedom.

I would like you to talk through how, attitudinally, we are shifting, and not just throwing another, say, $80 million at the problem.

this is a really important issue for our economy, and it is also a really important challenge that we have in our relationship with Mexico

Buy American has been the law of the land since 1933, but for far too long, past Administrations have found a way to get around it. Not anymore.

But the truth is, some of these people need immediate assistance because they can't drink the salt water, and their runways are flooding.

Now we need that same bipartisan strength to sustain those ongoing infrastructure investments--and to make progress on safety regulations that protect Americans driving, flying, walking, riding--and counting--on that infrastructure.

Yes. And as you know, I am all for climate spending.

Every member on this committee knows the importance of stable bridges, efficient airports, and safe cars.

the less precipitous, but just as bad scenario, is saltwater inundation of the freshwater systems.

I am concerned we are facing a telehealth cliff in 2024.

On a bipartisan basis, we made the right decision to fix our aging infrastructure and begin taking steps to adapt to climate change.

I just want to talk to you about airport resiliency.

One of my proudest achievements, in partnership with President Obama's administration, is the establishment of Papahanaumokuakea Marine Monument.

President Biden promised to build the economy from the bottom up and the middle out, and he is delivering on that promise.

It seems to me in far-flung, places you can really provide high quality care for a lower cost.

the less precipitous, but just as bad scenario, is saltwater inundation of the freshwater systems.