"I think when people start seeing that this is being penalized heavily and is being prosecuted and is actually being convicted, then that will deter behavior of individuals considering engaging in this..."
"I believe it is high time that we invest in this program and other drought related programs before the situation becomes even more dire."
"In Arizona and the broader West, water is our most important and threatened resource and we need the support of Congress in fighting this drought and securing a strong water future for all."
"I urge the subcommittee to provide a robust SSP funding in FY 2025 that prioritizes border communities."
"As you know, the U.S. has large disparities in health outcomes among U.S. women--we talked a bit about that right now--and minority populations, as well, when compared to men."
"This delay is obviously unacceptable."
"I just want to caution your Department on the one-size-fits-all here solution for all and having unrealistic and detrimental for small rural Head Start programs."
"I would suggest you meet with charter school leaders about their current difficulties they are facing when applying to this program."
"I respectfully disagree with the fact that there isn't a demand."
"We need to make sure that parents have the choice for their kids' education, and that is what I am very passionate about."
"Thank you, Chairman Tiffany, Chairman Westerman, and all of my colleagues for being here in Sierra Vista to examine what is happening firsthand."
"I think showing up is a great example of the interest and the true care that we have for this issue."