I would like to know how that cost-benefit analysis could differ from the other proposal dealing with the short sales, because I would think if it is good for one, it is good for the other.

We believe that what the SEC is doing is destroying capital formation.

I encourage CISA to leverage the innovative initiatives of the private sector to grow the national cyber workforce at all levels via both traditional and non-traditional pathways.

We are also excited about the forthcoming work force strategy from the Office of the National Cyber Director, and appreciate the focus the subcommittee is giving to this very important issue.

Instead of following the lead of the Appropriations Committee in cutting back support for the development of the cyber workforce, we must continue to look for innovative ways to bring more people into the talent pipeline.

I've said it before and I will reemphasize my belief that we not only--we need not only enough people but the right people with the right skills in the right jobs to meet the growing cyber threat.

Over and over and over today, all I have heard Members do is say that you are out of touch.

We know that there is no single program that will solve this problem overnight, but if we build cybersecurity education into our K-12 curriculum, expand opportunities for cybersecurity training--whether in the form of certifications…

We commend the Biden administration for its work on the 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy, particularly the Strategy's focus on enhancing the cybersecurity work force.

It is to listen to America, not the world.

I have said it before and I will reemphasize my belief that we need not only enough people but the right people with the right skills, in the right jobs to meet the growing cyber threat.

I look forward to working with the Members of this committee to ensure we have the legislation and resources necessary to implement it.