Hal Rogers: “I reserve the balance of my time. I have no further requests for time. I am prepared to close if the gentlewoman is…”

It was very clear, Mr. Chairman, to people on two continents that this Kentucky delegation was serious about its constituent's well being and her need to be home.

I urge support of the amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding me this time. I rise today in strong support of the continuing resolution. With government funding set to expire on Friday, this legislation is necessary to ensure we avoid a harmful government…

Thank you for the service to your country that you have performed for many, many years.