Gus Bilirakis: “The OPEN Act has the potential to result in hundreds of new drugs and treatments for individuals with rare diseases.”

I have been raising alarms on the impacts of this administration's rush to the electrification of our transportation industry before we're ready or before we've considered a lot of the elements in the distribution chain.

I thank Dr. Bucshon, a great friend of mine who does an outstanding job on our committee, for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 3433, the Give Kids a Chance Act, by Representative McCaul. His legislation strengthens…

Chairwoman Rodgers is doing a great job. We are so fortunate to be on this committee. I think it is the best committee in Congress. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of this legislation that I co- lead with Representatives Joyce…

In closing, I encourage a ``yes'' vote on this particular bill. Again, I commend Representatives Trahan and Carey. I yield back the balance of my time.