Political Quotes

“Mr. Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. This amendment cuts back spending for the Office of Public Health Scientific Services by more than $158 million to return us back to our FY19 funding levels. This reins back the irresponsible, ballooned spending that we have seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House of Representatives has to hold itself accountable to fiscal responsibility. We cannot continue to spend money that we do not have, entrenching our country into more debt that future generations will be unable to pay back. Our public health offices, particularly during COVID-19, have proven they do not effectively follow scientific method. In fact, I would argue that this body only follows political science, not medical science. While some of these offices certainly played roles in helping to research the effects of COVID, others like the Office of Public Health Scientific Services, were ineffective and do not serve their purpose. We do not need another redundant public health office to advance the politicized work of the Federal Government's public health operations. Furthermore, as a businessowner, I know the value of industry driving policy and not policy driving industry. These cuts encourage increased collaboration with the private sector to leverage external resources and expertise to support the public health initiatives. Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Chair, I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR.…”