I represent a state that has an 18 percent poverty level.

We are all for these changes from the standpoint of an all-in energy policy, but to just throw two under the bus is basically taking us to where we have--for the next 24 months--the need for reliable power.

I wish to acknowledge the recent loss of one of West Virginia's best and brightest and recognize the life of a good man, kind friend, and dedicated public servant, Emmett Pugh III. Emmett was widely known for his accomplishments as the…

You basically cannot have an economic development conversation with any businesses who are a problem finding the right skill sets for the jobs of tomorrow.

I mean, I agree with the premise of giving the States the flexibility.

The problem is we are using that for opioid concerns that we have with students coming from addicted households and maybe even addiction themselves.

I have seen firsthand how a small investment like this program can make a huge difference in the life of a child and can help rebuild a community.

I was so disappointed to see that the President's budget completely eliminated funding for this program--a $1.2 billion cut to Federal funding for afterschool and summer programs.

If your staff can get with us and show us how you intend for us to be able to still address the problems we are having because our educators are concerned next year everything stops.

In West Virginia, we just cannot afford to start another education system.

I am very concerned about the significant cuts that have been proposed and appreciate you are here to answer our questions.

You have gone from like $400 million up to $1.1 billion, which I am very much appreciative, but then it goes right back to nothing.

So would your choice program not simply leave holes in West Virginia?

I ask unanimous consent that notwithstanding rule XXII, the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. 2906, which is at the desk; that the bill be read a third time and passed, and the motion to reconsider be considered made and…

I would like the right to proceed. I thank my good friend from North Carolina, Senator Tillis. He is always willing to work in a bipartisan way. I thank him very much. We have concerns about the VA and all of our veterans. He is in a State…

I agree with my colleague from North Carolina. We don't want to continue if there are areas and assets that can be done away with for efficiencies. I understand that can be done without this. I don't know the underlying reasons for it. The…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Unanimous Consent Request--S. 2906

I continue to be frustrated that the administration continues to call for the elimination of NASA's Office of Education.