I thank the chairman of the committee, and I wish to reiterate my appreciation for what he and Senator Murray have done to bring a great bill to the floor. This is the ultimate local control amendment, which says if a State allows an opt-out, a parent can opt their kid out of testing, and it requires the States to ensure that parents know if opting out is possible. It is a good amendment for children and local control, and I encourage everyone to cast a ``yes'' vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Washington.
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