Brett Guthrie

Neither I nor any career person in ORR would ever have supported such a policy proposal.

I support strong enforcement of our Nation's borders, but I do not support separating children from their parents.

This amendment will help students see an estimated monthly student loan payment broken down by all income-driven repayment plans for which the student is eligible. I support this amendment because students need to see the full range of…

This amendment will provide borrowers with critical information on aggregate loan limits, which is particularly important for transfer students, as my friend just explained. This disclosure will encourage borrowers to thoughtfully plan…

I claim the time in opposition to this amendment, but I do not intend to oppose it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Kentucky is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

I was very pleased to introduce this bill with my colleague as bipartisan with Debbie Dingell.

Congressman Guthrie has convened joint committee hearings on the issue of helping people in addiction.

What is important in recovery is having meaning and purpose, and a good job and a purpose in life with a skill is extremely important in preventing relapse.

I would like you to take a look at a similar program.

There is no greater need than these folks that are held captive by addiction.

I wish there was one single bill we could pass and it would make the problem go away. It is just not that simple.

I have heard countless stories of the awful effects the opioid epidemic has had on families, communities, and the overall workforce.

Congress needs to make sure that, as you are looking at the funding, as you--final passage of these bills, that you recognize this full continuum of care.

I urge my colleagues to vote for this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Gianforte). The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Kentucky (Mr. Guthrie) that the House suspend the…

I appreciate the chairman's diligent efforts to ensure our committee responds quickly and meaningfully to our Nation's opioid crisis.

I joined other Members of Congress in writing a letter to HHS in April 2018 asking the Department to update the Title X regulations.

I think that is an important thing among the array of services an individual would need to be successful.

Those options need to be available if somebody presents to a center that only does one and it is not the best treatment for them, they are not getting the best treatment.

It's important, and I know he would be so proud, as just to finish what my friend from California was saying.

The House unanimously passed the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.

Organizations in the public and private sectors are actively seeking skilled professionals to fill the numerous jobs available in the growing cybersecurity field.

When Americans think of data breaches and cyber attacks, names like Equifax come to mind.

This skills gap is not unique to the cybersecurity sector.

I strongly believe this legislation help every American as these products are the first in the line of defense against common ailments.

I want to thank you for holding this important hearing today and examine the review process of over-the-counter drugs.