Lois Capps: “I would like to submit for the Record my strong opposition to H.R. 1806, the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of…”

“I would like to submit for the Record my strong opposition to H.R. 1806, the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2015. This harmful bill undermines key investments in science and innovation, as well as our nation's commitment to world class research, including the research that is taking place in my congressional district on the Central Coast of California. Specifically, this bill cuts several important programs at NSF, including research and development related to climate science, natural hazards, and renewable energy. Furthermore, H.R. 1806 cripples support for international research collaborations--an instrumental tool at UC Santa Barbara, which has led to groundbreaking research and produced multiple Nobel Prize winners. As we move to affirm our nation's leadership in science and technology, we should be working in a bipartisan manner to strengthen our investments in scientific research--not weaken them. This bill is sadly a step backward for American innovation, and I urge my colleagues to oppose H.R. 1806. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Poe of Texas). All time for general debate has expired. Pursuant to the rule, the bill shall be considered for amendment under the 5-minute rule.…”