Political Quotes

“the time for final passage of the reauthorization of the Office of Education Research and Improvement, OERI, has come. The Senate and the House have agreed on the language of the bill, and both houses, on a bipartisan, bicameral basis have agreed to vote on it before we adjourn. My colleagues, Mr. Castle, Mr. Kildee, and Mr. Miller in the House, and Senators Kennedy and Gregg deserve a great deal of credit for moving the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 and finally bringing the bill to a final vote. Without the leadership and determination of these gentlemen, it wouldn't have happened this year. Providing high quality, scientifically based education research is vital if we are to improve our nation's schools and help every child receive a quality education. The Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 ensures such research will occur. In addition, it provides for technical assistance to States, school districts, and schools that is accountable, customer-driven, and focused on the implementation of the No Child Left Behind Act.”