On the recordFebruary 28, 2012
I thank the gentlewoman from North Carolina for yielding me the time, and not just for the time but for her continued leadership on the floor of this House and in the Halls of Congress. It is steady, it is dignified, it is common sense, and it is certainly a great reflection of the people she represents. I rise this afternoon to give my strong support to this measure. During this time of economic uncertainty and high unemployment, it is more important than ever to make sure the Federal Government does not stand in the way of Americans who wish to continue their education and gain the skills necessary for a more prosperous future. It's pretty simple. I believe a strong higher education system is critical to preparing American graduates for an increasingly competitive workforce. In Indiana, my students are not just competing with other students in Fort Wayne and Evansville. They are competing with students from places all over the world whose names we can barely pronounce. That requires a different strategy. However, the regulatory initiatives put forth by the Department of Education will only add strain and undue burden on our colleges and universities. One of these regulations pertains to the authorization that a college or university must obtain from a State when operating within that State.…
