Steve Womack: “Everyone here agrees that when a crisis occurs the federal government has to act.”

I personally think it is the secret sauce in readiness that be gets our warfighters prepared and ready to fight and win.

The fact is the building is crumbling, and there is going to be a need to do something. What that something is, I am not an expert on. I think it would be wrong for us to be taking this action today pursuant to this amendment without…

I would say, notwithstanding the fact that these Federal agencies engage in law enforcement activities, whether it is IRS or FBI, it doesn't make any difference. They are engaged in some very dangerous activities. Notwithstanding the fact…

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