Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise in support of H.R. 5587. Mr. Speaker, a weak economy and advances in technology have dramatically changed today's job market, creating both challenges and opportunities for men and women entering the workforce. This is why equipping today's students with the tools they need to remain competitive is essential. One way we can achieve that goal is by strengthening career and technical education programs for those eager to pursue pathways to success. As cochair of the Career and Technical Education Caucus, I have worked hard to increase awareness about the opportunities available through CTE. For some students, a four-year college is the best path forward. For others, a CTE program might be the best way to shape a fulfilling and successful future, Mr. Speaker. These State and local programs help individuals obtain the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in a number of different occupations and fields--fields like health care, technology, agriculture, and engineering. {time} 1445 However, the law that provides Federal support for these programs has not been updated in more than a decade. Simply put, it does not address the new challenges today's students, workers, and employers face. That is why I, along with my colleague from Massachusetts, Representative Katherine Clark, introduced H.R.…”