Norman D. Dicks: “for several months, no less than seven committees of the House of Representatives have been investigating issues…”

“for several months, no less than seven committees of the House of Representatives have been investigating issues relating to the transfer of technology between the United States and the People's Republic of China. The resolution now before us would vest primary responsibility for the conduct of these inquiries in a select committee. Given the complex and contentious nature of these matters, many of which involve highly classified information, consolidating the current investigations in one committee with the authority to consider matters which cross jurisdictional lines is, in my judgment, appropriate. The technology transfer matter raises important questions of national security. The House deserves to have these questions addressed in a manner which is thorough and which focuses on substance rather than seeking to maneuver for partisan advantage. Based on my discussions as the perspective ranking Democrat over the past week with the gentleman from California (Mr. Cox), prospective chairman of the Select Committee, I believe we share a commitment to make sure that the investigation is conducted, and the Select Committee operates, in a manner which brings credit to the House. I want to commend the gentleman from California (Mr. Cox) for his willingness to consider my views on ways in which the rights of the minority to participate in the work of the Select Committee can be better ensured.”