"I think it is imperative that we get serious about reopening the economy."
"There's clearly bipartisan support to support the essential workers that have been mentioned thus far"
"We have heard untrue claims that the Trump Administration did not act soon enough to prevent coronavirus from entering our country."
"The poultry and beef cattle industries are major industries in my congressional district."
"Employees at food processing facilities are very essential workers."
"I cannot think of a more important Committee hearing that would take place in Congress this week than the one we are having now."
"Hopefully Congress can work with you all in a bipartisan way, we can together and help do everything we can to protect American lives."
"their biggest concern is the fact that they can't find workers."
"I can assure you I will do that. I know many of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle will continue to do that."
"Freedom from government coercion is a right afforded to every American no matter their sexual orientation or gender preference."
"Thank you for the opportunity to speak with you today."
"Kentucky's river industry alone moves around 100 million tons of cargo per year, with a combined value of over $10 billion."