Political Quotes

“today we consider H.R. 2616 is amended by the Senate, the ``Charter Schools Expansion Act of 1998''. H.R. 2616 is a result of extensive efforts by Mr. Riggs and Mr. Roemer to craft a charter school bill that enjoys broad bipartisan support. I would also like to take this opportunity to recognize Mr. Riggs for his fine leadership as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth, and Families. Mr. Riggs has had an enormously successful tenure as Subcommittee Chairman. He has successfully crafted numerous education bills, including but by no means limited to the charter school bill we are considering today. I regret that Mr. Riggs has decided to retire this year as his tireless energy and dedication have been a wonderful asset to the Committee. I am sure that I speak for all the Members of the Committee in saying that we will miss his leadership and devotion in crafting innovative legislation and bettering the lives of children all across this country. We wish him well in his future endeavors. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Senator Coats for successfully spearheading efforts to get a charter school bill passed in senate. We passed H.R. 2616 last October with an overwhelming bipartisan vote. The Senate recently amended H.R. 2616 and sent it back to us for a final vote. I am pleased to say that when the House votes for H.R. 2616 today, we will be able to send the bill to the President for signature.…”