Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the America COMPETES Act, which includes two of my amendments. This bill includes important provisions that enhance our ability to attract the best talent from around the world, such as scientists and engineers with doctoral degrees. My amendment would extend this program to STEM graduates with master's degrees who work in fields that are critical to our national and economic security. The bill also includes funding for scholarships for low-income Americans to study in the STEM fields. The bill also includes my amendment to ensure our Nation's HBCUs, Tribal colleges and universities, and other minority-serving institutions or active members of Manufacturing USA institutes. These and other provisions in the America COMPETES Act will help us create more jobs, sharpen our technological edge, and make critical investments in our future. Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill. ____________________”