Furthering our Nation's independence--dependance on fossil fuels instead of diversifying our energy sources not only weakens our energy security, but it also harms American families by leaving them vulnerable to global energy price shocks.

While I disapprove of these misguided proposals, I remain committed to working with my Republican colleagues to find opportunities to actually deliver affordable, reliable, and domestically produced energy to the American people.

Most of the legislation before us in committee today is merely a handout to the fossil fuel industry, poorly described as an attempt to strengthen our Nation's energy security.

I would encourage every Member here to convey that to their States as they are going through establishing the process for determining who is going to qualify for broadband funding.

I am committed to doing everything I can to improve internet connectivity in rural communities.

I am excited that our first hearing is on a subject that is of vital importance to rural communities like my State, New Hampshire: satellites.

Thank you for everything that you are doing for safety and security for people.

In the Granite State, we take great pride in the preservation of our beautiful forests and remote regions, which are the bedrock of our tourism economy.

This investment is going to help us ensure access to high-speed, reliable, affordable broadband internet services for homes, business, schools, and hospitals.

It is outright discrimination to deny individuals with disabilities access to treatment.

This bipartisan bill was introduced in the 117th to invest in fentanyl detection and data collection, stem the supply of fentanyl, and address demand for synthetics through overdose prevention and substance use disorder treatments.