Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, for generations, America's innovations, from electricity to automobiles, robotics to plastics, have shaped the course of history. We prevailed because we were preeminent in our investments in science, research, and technology. But today, America's preeminence is being challenged. Other countries have followed our lead in research, science, and technology. As a result, more of the technology that we are relying on today is made abroad, driving up the cost at home, contributing to inflation, threatening our workers' financial security and their jobs, and eroding our Nation's competitiveness. That is why Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, along with 13 other committees of the House, crafted a data-driven, results-oriented package to help our Nation meet and win in the 21st century. I associate myself with the remarks of the gentlewoman from Michigan in support of the COMPETES Act. The House America COMPETES Act is precisely what is needed to ensure America's might in manufacturing and innovation while creating good-paying jobs and lowering costs for our Nation. Our bill helps bring manufacturing back to our shores, including $52 billion for chips, which are crucial for making cars, cell phones, and more. Our bill will help reinvigorate America's industry, securing $45 billion to strengthen our supply chain, reduce dependence on foreign nations, and lower costs.…”