Katie Porter: “It should be an urgent priority for this Congress to rebuild the IRS.”

This amendment was summarized by Republicans as requiring the regional foresters to develop plans for the treatment and removal of dead or dying trees due to insect disease. However, I want to clarify that this amendment actually doesn't…

I was unable to be present to cast my vote on Roll Call No. 492. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA. ____________________

I want to have a pleasant, positive conversation … And if every question, you’re going to make up a follow-up question, then we’re never going to get there.

I urge my colleagues to oppose the underlying bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from New York (Mr. Molinaro). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment…