On the recordSeptember 12, 2017
The gentlewoman from New York, representing the gentlewoman from New Mexico, raises a very important point. The amendment offered is for an increase to a workforce training program. Our committee understands the value of this program, which is why we did not accept the administration's budget request which actually terminated the program. We were able to fund it, though, below last year's level. Our committee received an allocation that was lower than fiscal year 2017, and as I have explained several times before and doubtless will again, we had to make some very tough decisions. I do pledge to work with the gentlewoman as we work toward the fiscal year 2018 final bill. At this time, though, I must oppose the amendment and urge its rejection. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from New York (Ms. Meng). The amendment was rejected. Amendment No. 142 Offered by Ms. Meng The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 142 printed in House Report 115-297.
