Because focusing on human development also means bringing those on board as well.

In his budget, President Biden has clearly prioritized protecting public health and the environment.

There are letters in support of the 2023 WOTUS rule, describing the negative impacts that a Congressional Review Act resolution to repeal the rule would have on water, wildlife, and human health.

I believe that President Biden's $12 billion budget request for EPA... prioritizes now the needs of the American people.

I would appreciate your keeping up with me on that development.

The Development Finance Corporation I think is a big step forward.

It sets a goal of the Ending Preventable Maternal and Child Deaths through such affordable and simple practices as nutritional supplements, clean birthing practices, and vaccines.

I appreciate your enduring interest in our work.

I couldn't agree more that that is one of the core arguments for robustly resourcing the State Department and the USAID, is to make sure we are meeting this moment.

Thank you for your persistent engagement on critical issues that matter to all of us.

In terms of implementers of that law enforcement training, that is a key piece of countering poaching, and ending wildlife trafficking.

I think countering corruption is an absolutely critical part of what you are doing.

I look forward to working with you and the administration, and working with my colleagues on this subcommittee on a bipartisan funding bill.

including supporting Ukraine's determined fight against Russian aggression, countering the threats posed by China.

Thank you for your great partnership, and development work in Africa, and around the world, over now so many years together.

We need to strengthen productivity in the agricultural sector and employment in the agricultural sector.

Your task is daunting, and this subcommittee must both rigorously oversee your work, and ensure you have the support and resources you need to protect and advance our national security and our national values.

We remain absolutely committed to ensuring Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon.