The skills gap is a growing concern for all sectors of the American economy, and it impacts businesses and workers alike.

I don't think we need more money in these programs. I don't think the money is being spent very well.

Perhaps more concerning is the study's second conclusion, that only 17 percent of those employees are likely to find new work.

By battling this problem now, we can remove bureaucratic barriers to help millions find employment opportunities today.

the American people are very concerned about the treasure we have invested in Afghanistan over the years

I think most teachers want to be there and they have good hearts, they want to do it.

I truly hope there's a place in heaven for you all.

On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3(s) of House Resolution 8, the yeas and nays are ordered. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 315, nays 101, not voting 14, as…

May I inquire how much time is remaining. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from North Carolina has 14 minutes remaining. The gentleman from Virginia has 9\3/4\ minutes remaining.

I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, in their statements supporting H.R. 1065, Democrat Members have encouraged the House to follow the examples of States that have enacted pregnancy accommodation laws. However, the…

While the program is meant to be an outlet to help disadvantaged youth gain the skills necessary to achieve a good education, the past failures of the program do a disservice to students, staff, and hardworking taxpayers who fund these…

Well, I think we keep trying to put Band-aids on programs. And until we look at what is causing these young people to be in the situations they are in, then I think we are doing nothing to improve our culture.