It is ridiculous that our white men and women in the military are being asked to answer for their race, rather than being trained to defend the nation.

Madam Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding to allow me to speak on this matter. It is important to understand, Madam Speaker, that having access to financial products is critical for not only the innovation of our markets but for…

Mr. President, reserving the right to object, before I address this issue, I will take a moment of personal privilege to talk about the horrific tragedy that occurred in Surfside, FL, when an apartment building collapsed earlier this…

Mr. President, I thank my colleague from Utah for his comments. I want to thank his continued commitment always to make sure that we, Congress, handles everything we can. We don't defer constantly to the executive branch in making…

The U.S. has a new opportunity to lead in the development of a circular economy of plastics.

The U.S. recycling infrastructure has failed to keep up with the booming plastics market.

I'm an avid recycler, and my 17-year-old daughter keeps me on track in that regard.

Reserving the right to object, I want to make one thing very clear. I am here today to ensure accountability to the American people. I voted to support Ms. Easterly's confirmation in committee last week, and if Senator Schumer filed for…

I really appreciate the work that you-all have done on toxic algal blooms.

Mr. President, it has been a trying year for our Nation. Thankfully, the vaccine has brought so much hope and a semblance of normalcy back to the lives of many Americans. As families and businesses in Florida and across the United States…

I don't take anything more seriously than the safety of the people in my community, and the safety of my brothers and sisters in arms.

I look forward to working with this Committee to move the ball forward.

Our national security is at risk as long as we are dependent on foreign nations, particularly China.

Moving from plastic waste to plastic reuse ensures the protection of Florida's pristine beaches.

In the 20th century the United States was a leader in the development of plastics.

I think that is an appropriate role for Congress, but then also that education piece...

I visited Port Mayaca with General Graham during a visit, where it was absolutely disgusting...

Investments in research and development of new sustainable materials and recycling technologies will help the environment and the U.S. economy.