"I want to thank the Subcommittee for all its hard work on behalf of Indian Country, and particularly today for holding this hearing on my legislation, H.R. 1208, which would amend the Indian Reorganiz..."
"I have been a champion on this issue for the past 15 years, since the Supreme Court's 2009 Carcieri v. Salazar decision."
"So, that is why the system is broken, in my view, Madam Chair. It is really a court decision that has caused the problem."
"I think you could multiply what these tribes have gone through dozens, if not hundreds of times..."
"Congressman Tom Cole, now has the distinguished honor of chairing this very committee."
"I look forward to working with you to prioritize our Nation's vital infrastructure and transportation needs in Arkansas's third district and across the country."
"One of my priorities on this subcommittee is to stop the runaway housing inflation that impacts not only my constituents in Arkansas but every American."
"I look forward to working with you and the Department to seek actual solutions to address the border security crisis at hand."
"We do not control the border. The cartels control the border."
"To have fellow citizens going through that on a daily basis to me is unconscionable."
"So our enforcement efforts are multilayered and begin beyond the borders. That's how we are attacking the fentanyl problem."
"Now more than ever, it is critical that we maintain a strong and capable Navy."