Richard L. Hanna: “We are missing out in this country on focusing on the number-one thing that has been transcendent for mankind forever.”

On rollcall No. 177 on H.R. 2901, I am not recorded because I was absent for personal reasons. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye.'' PERSONAL EXPLANATION

I could not agree more with Senator Casey. ... every possible matrix suggests that universal pre-K, or as near as we can get to it, is one of the best investments a society can make.

There is a difference between expense and investment. These are clearly investments in our future.

I want to thank Chairman Chabot, Chairman McCaul, Ranking Member Velazquez, and Ranking Member Thompson for the support of their committees on this bill. This bill was a collaborative endeavor and all of their staffs worked hard and long…