Education in this field, just like in all medical fields--is very important.

Since the month of April has been designated by the Senate as 'National Autism Awareness Month,' it is fitting that we have a discussion on this important issue during this time.

Our goal, of course, is to have a healthier America and make sure that the therapies and cures that are being discovered as a result of this research are translated into patient care and improving the health of individuals in our country.

I believe the resolution we passed after the 9/11 tragedy gave the President the power to use our forces to go after the al Qaeda wherever they are found.

we need to stop making healthy living a fad in America, and start making it a way of life.

Well, I just want to make sure that the record is clear that the request is being submitted for additional funding that can be used to enhance force protection of our troops who are in the field.

I commend David Garman, the Assistant Secretary of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, for the work his department does with biomass research.

I understand that a delay in the construction of this ship is likely to lead to an increase in the cost of the ship.

I would like to thank the witnesses, and the men and women they represent, for their service and their leadership.

I'm fresh back from a trip to my State, where I had the pleasure of cutting a ribbon at Columbus Air Force Base for a new facility.

There is a request in the budget for funds for 97 Lightweight 155 Howitzers.

I am impressed with what we have heard this morning, particularly with respect to food safety issues.

You are off to a good start and we appreciate that good effort.

Thank you. Mr. Chairman, my time has expired. I do want to submit a few questions for the record.

I am impressed with what we have heard this morning, particularly with respect to food safety issues.

Thank you very much for the good job you are doing, Mr. McClellan.

I look forward to working with her on issues that are of special importance to Mississippi and to our nation.

It is a pleasure to have Dr. Paige serving as Secretary of Education. He is doing a fine job.