Mark Green: “What I do want to get is an accurate count and so I am going to offer a few things that maybe some of you can consider.”

I have no more speakers, and I am prepared to close after the gentleman from California closes.

I commend Rep. Knott for leading legislation that will ensure DHS has the right intelligence and preparation to keep accomplishing this mission and protect our communities.

To my constituents across Tennessee’s 7th District—thank you. The trust you put in me is humbling.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce my retirement from Congress.