Let me reiterate that, this last year, GAO said 17 of the 24 agencies that they surveyed used only 25 percent of their headquarters office space. That means 75 percent of office space in the headquarters of the largest agencies is vacant…

For everybody to understand, it is a water port in Oklahoma. I know it is not thought about, but we actually have a port.

I thank my friend for the amendment. Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of the fact that the safety of individuals who sleep in single-gender shelters is of the utmost importance. It doesn't mean provisions cannot be provided elsewhere for…

My amendment would reduce spending by bringing the Department of Housing and Urban Development's funding for the fair housing activities back to the fiscal year 2019 levels, which would be a cut of $19.7 million. Cutting funding back to…

I thank the gentleman for yielding, and I rise in support of his amendment. There is no question that the CRISI program is incredibly popular and improves the safety and efficiency of passenger and freight rail. It is the most in-demand…

The Thriving Communities Program is duplicative to the technical assistance already provided by the DOT's Office of the Secretary. I recognize the burdens that rural, Tribal, and disadvantaged communities face in obtaining Federal grant…

I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Oklahoma is recognized for 5 minutes.

My friend is certainly correct, I voted against the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act, and I did so for a very good reason. It didn't pay for itself. There have been three previous transportation bills in my time here, two under…

I appreciate the gentleman's support. I also, obviously, support the en bloc amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendments en bloc offered by the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Cole)…

Madam President, there has been a lot of conversation about this body--quite frankly, around the Nation--about border security. Rightfully so. It has been top of mind for a lot of cities, States, for a lot of families, school districts…

I thank my friend for yielding. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to my good friend from Pennsylvania's amendment for a simple reason. Actually, I will start with where my friend, the ranking member, was. These decisions are too often made…

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 82, line 9, after the dollar amount, insert ``(reduced by $25,181,000)''. Page 82, line 21, after the…

You are also aware that Chairman DuBester, from FLRA, in an Inspector General (IG) investigation, based on ex parte communications...

There are unique challenges that we have that the Administration, quite frankly, has put us in front of.

You are also aware that Chairman DuBester, from FLRA, in an Inspector General (IG) investigation, based on ex parte communications...

The email chains that were between you and Mr. DuBester is an example of the kind of message that contributed to our conclusion that the former FLRA chairman engaged in a pattern of activity that created the appearance of impropriety.

Mr. President, last week the Senate confirmed Mike Whitaker to be the FAA Administrator. I supported this nomination. He is very qualified. He has very valuable experience. Obviously, this body has had a churn being able to look at…

The email chains that were between you and Mr. DuBester is an example of the kind of message that contributed to our conclusion that the former FLRA chairman engaged in a pattern of activity that created the appearance of impropriety.