"I also support good faith congressional oversight of the implementation of these laws."
"Laws like the CHIPS and Science Act, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act will strengthen the impact of DOE science programs many times over."
"Our constituents are counting on these investments, and we need to deliver for them."
"The goal of our oversight should always be to improve the research programs that we look at, not to tear them down."
"At the same time, I would caution against any unnecessary politicization of DOE's research and development activities."
"Thank you, Chairman Williams, and Chairman Obernolte, for holding this joint Subcommittee hearing today."
"I am eager to learn more from our witnesses about how DOE intends to maximize these resources at its disposal in support of a stronger, safer, and more equitable energy future."
"I have a keen interest in ensuring that federal research programs are managed well and adhere to best practices."
"I am committed to making sure they endure."
"I am a strong supporter of Federal scientific research, and I believe the Federal Government is irreplaceable in its ability to deploy resources on a vast scale."
"Science Committee oversight of the federal scientific enterprise is crucial."