Political Quotes

“I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 240, line 15, strike ``or'' at the end. Page 240, insert the following after line 20: ``(I) professional development for teachers, principals and other school administrators in early elementary grades that includes specialized knowledge about child development and learning, developmentally-appropriate curricula and teaching practices, meaningful family engagement and collaboration with early care and education programs; ``(J) professional development, including through joint professional development opportunities, for early childhood educators, teachers, principals, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school leaders; or ``(K) training on child development, improving instruction, and closing achievement gaps;'' The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 125, the gentlewoman from Massachusetts (Ms. Clark) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Massachusetts.”