"And again, I apologize for the vote series that happened during the hearing, but your testimonies obviously helped us to better understand how 3D printing is spurring economic growth and creating a lot of opportunities, a lot of opportunities out there for entrepreneurs around the nation."
"As more Americans turn to entrepreneurship to support their families, we must ensure the assets are in place to help them succeed."
"So I do not support the amendment."
"I personally feel our veterans deserve a little bit better, and H.R. 2882 is a good step."
"the fact of the matter is we have to have an offset. If we take this to the floor with a $15 million authorization, we have to have an offset or it is not coming to the floor."
"the last time it did not work is because Congress did not reauthorize it. That is the reason it did not work."
"Bundling is one of the most troublesome hurdles, shutting off large segments of federal work from entrepreneurs."
"It is critical that we have a full grasp of the extent and prevalence of this problem."
"I do not like singling out individual subgroups. I like the idea that all small businesses get to compete for this money."
"Surety bonds protect taxpayers and contractors alike, and they ensure that the government is not left with unfinished buildings and to make sure that subcontractors are paid in the process."
"I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support and vote for this important bill."