These critical user fee agreements have helped to accelerate the development of animal drugs, reduce application review times at FDA.

Students and their families are justifiably frustrated with the inaction here in Washington.

These agreements are critically important to pet owners, veterinarians, and farmers so they have access to safe, effective, and affordable medications for their animals.

This is a very serious issue that should concern all of us who play a role in advancing public health.

The evolution of e-commerce presents exciting opportunities for business.

The first is an outdated and decaying infrastructure.

The decline of physical stores, the rise of large fulfillment warehouses, and the incorporation of robotics and automation into the supply chain will affect the job market.

I am particularly concerned that the trend toward e-commerce is increasingly resulting in consumers purchasing counterfeit goods.

The FCC's vote in December to undo net neutrality protections puts that innovation at risk.

In closing, I just want to say, again, that this bill is a bipartisan bill. There has been a lot of work done on both sides of the aisle. I appreciate the fact that we are able to accomplish this and also include a lot of initiatives from…

Consumers deserve better. That's why I have cosponsored Congressman Mike Doyle's legislation to restore net neutrality.

We must stay focused on making reliable broadband access a reality everywhere.