Political Quotes

“I am proud to join with Speaker Pelosi and my Democratic colleagues in support of the ``America COMPETES Act''--legislation that holds the promise of preserving America's place as a global economic leader for generations to come. Enactment of this comprehensive and strategic package of largely bipartisan measures would enhance America's competitiveness on the world economic stage and our security. This package includes bipartisan legislation advanced by the Committee on Homeland Security that spurs scientific and technological innovation and, at the same time, reduces our dependence on foreign countries by creating incentives for more U.S. manufacturing of critical goods and technology. The ``America COMPETES Act'' includes legislation offered by my colleague on the Homeland Security Committee, Representative Correa, which passed the House last November. The ``Homeland Procurement Reform Act,'' or ``HOPR Act,'' requires the Department of Homeland Security use least one-third of the funds obligated for uniforms or gear, like vital personal protective equipment, to purchase goods manufactured or supplied by American small businesses to the maximum extent possible. These provisions would boost domestic sourcing of vital homeland security equipment and supplies, create new opportunities for small businesses, and improve supply chain security. The vice chair of the Homeland Security Committee, Representative Torres, has also focused on supply chain security.…”