I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 4487, as amended, includes reforms that will reduce the cost of Federal real estate and improve Federal building security. I am pleased to be the sponsor of this important…

In response to an inquiry from the Education and the Workforce Committee Chairman Kline and Chairman Rokita of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, HHS indicated that it would request additional…

I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman Shuster for his tremendous support and leadership on this bill. Few Members of Congress have had a greater impact on reforming our disaster programs since Hurricane…

On rollcall No. 44, I was unavoidably detained in a constituent meeting. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' Personal Explanation

Today, we are making critical changes to our domestic trade laws to ensure that U.S. companies compete on a level playing field. Manufacturers in my district have suffered a competitive disadvantage from trade cheaters in China and other…

Today is a historic day, as we are voting for a five year surface transportation reauthorization bill that provides critical investment to our roads and bridges. This will help keep America competitive and provide certainty to states and…

I am honored today to support the Every Student Succeeds Act. This bipartisan bill will end the unworkable, one-size-fits all No Child Left Behind Act and give control of our kids' education back to our states, local school districts…

Woman, I urge a ``yes'' vote. Mr. DeFAZIO. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Barletta). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment No. 29…

Woman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of title VII, add the following: SEC. __. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR TOP FITTINGS…

Woman, I am offering an amendment to make the transportation of crude oil by railroads safer. My amendment would require all tank cars moving flammable liquids to be retrofitted with new safety equipment. This is in addition to the strong…

On rollcall No. 551 I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' ____________________

First, let me thank the chairmen of the Natural Resources and Agriculture Committees for working with our committee on title IX of the bill. Title IX authorizes the President to declare a major disaster for wildfires on Federal lands and…