Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in favor of H.R. 2353. It has been a year since this House passed reauthorization, and I am thrilled the Senate finally took action to pass the bill earlier this week. This legislation is vital to supporting career and technical education, such as apprenticeship programs, all across my district. As I have spoken with folks back home, I have heard time and time again from businessowners the importance of training a new generation of skilled workers. Many of the current employees are nearing retirement age, and these businessowners are facing an ever-shrinking pool of skilled labor. I also see students seeking more opportunities other than a 4-year degree. CTE programs are a solution for both of these groups, and I am proud that there are so many examples of this in the Third District of Georgia. In fact, today, Kathy Carlisle from the THINC Academy in LaGrange, Georgia, testified in front of the Education and the Workforce Committee. Dr. Carlisle shared how THINC has contributed to a community revitalization success story and what happens when the local leaders of the business community and innovative educators come together. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The time of the gentleman has expired.”