Why would they purchase equipment from a known foreign adversary, especially in the light of well-documented cybersecurity vulnerabilities?

If this amendment is agreed to, it will prioritize the consideration of the infrastructure package over the partisan wish list.

We must not delay in providing such funds once the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment in Jobs Act is considered by Congress.

Unfortunately, House democratic leadership has instead prioritized the partisan goal of pushing through this reconciliation budget resolution.

We must ensure that CISA has the visibility it needs to help defend our Federal networks.

We cannot allow these devastating attacks against our Nation to continue.

H.R. 4256 delivers modernization and provides further access to capital for small businesses in my district in New York and beyond.

Fortunately, President Biden's choices for the top three cyber professionals in the administration are real professionals.

This legislation introduced by myself, Congressman Evan, Congresswoman Houlahan, and former Ranking Member Chabot is so critical.

I look forward to a constructive dialog on this important issue.

Thank you, Madam Chair, for holding this critical conversation regarding our cyber talent pipeline and our shared efforts to develop a robust cyber workforce.

I am confident that Jen Easterly, Anne Neuberger, and Chris Inglis have the experience, the talent, and drive to address this issue as well as the many others facing our Nation in the space.