Several states are working to alter the way education is delivered to students.

As a father of two young boys, I know today's kids learn differently than previous generations.

I applaud the state and local education leaders who have embraced digital learning policies, and hope more states and school districts will pursue these options in the near future.

This blended learning model provides students face-to-face interaction with a teacher while supplementing their education with online instruction.

With 610,000 students currently on charter school wait lists, virtual charter schools can provide a lifeline to children who are desperate to escape an underperforming school.

I find it fascinating.

In my home state of Indiana, if I can brag just a little, leaders have taken steps to expand access to blended learning programs and virtual schools.

Isn't it the fact that if there is some legitimate government interest to somehow take a different tack on defining what a religious organization is, doesn't the First Amendment still trump all that?

I am pleased to support a bill introduced by our colleague from Indiana, Representative Todd Rokita, which would amend the National Labor Relations Act and permit employers to pay higher wages to their employees.

I am in complete association with the chairman's remarks.

The RAISE Act would reward hard work.