Summer Lee actually said...

"For too long, we have failed to prioritize or even acknowledge the vast contributions that the Black community and other minoritized groups have made toward scientific discovery and innovation."

"Diversity fosters a wider range of ideas and approaches, leading to more innovative solutions and better problem-solving capabilities in the scientific community."

"I and my colleague Rep. Bice plan to introduce our bipartisan Abandoned Well and Remediation Research and Development Act."

"I believe this Committee's work will be an important start."