"I am concerned that the new Administration may not yet be focused on moving forward with security clearance reforms."
"CARES was a very data-rich, multi-layered process that involved a great deal of community input and outside review."
"Thank you very much, Senator Burr."
"I have a bill, the PRE-K Act (H.R. 702) that would create a grant program to support states' efforts in providing high quality early education."
"I look upon all of you on this panel as a tremendous source of strength of our military leaders."
"Along with your husbands, you are also military heroes, heroes for the selfless service that you provide and contribute to this great Nation."
"I am wondering what the penalty is for violating this rule should it go into effect."
"Wouldn't it be even easier if the airlines just passed out a piece of paper with this kind of information on it?"
"According to 2006 data, there are three dropout factories in my district and five total in the state of Hawaii."
"I share your concern about low performing schools and want to know how best to help them."
"There are critical times in a child's development when positive intervention makes a real difference."
"Thank you very much, Dr. Martins."
"It is important that you move forward together as you work to improve the health of all D.C. residents."
"I would encourage D.C. to continue its aggressive HIV testing campaign and to strengthen partnerships with organizations like Whitman-Walker Clinic."
"I want to thank you again for your testimonies today."
"I have been impressed with the response so far at all levels of government."
"Will you commit to review the decision and to address any inequity in the treatment of temporary employees in Hawaii and other COLA areas versus other parts of the United States?"
"I look forward to working with you in this area."