"Maintaining progress through various administrations and Congresses is critical for space exploration programs."
"The diverse coalition of undersigned associations and organizations representing the interests of tens of thousands of companies and millions of skilled employees in the U.S."
"This will be one the Army Corps' largest infrastructure endeavors, but will support and bolster millions of jobs."
"I will advocate for the Army Corps of Engineers to assume operation and maintenance of the entire Houston Ship Channel."
"I didn't mention one surefire way that we can curb the evil practice of human trafficking, and that is by securing our southern border."
"I believe this issue is one of dire importance and something that demands immediate action."
"If we get it done now, lots of money to be saved, lots of benefits."
"completion of the Galveston Harbor Channel... has been referred to as 'an extension,' which I think is an unfortunate misnomer."
"the coastal spine, the Ike Dike is extremely important."
"The port needs a decision from the Corps and an agreement to maintain the channel before it can start construction of the next part of our project."
"I am pleased that we have the opportunity today to be kicking off our discussions on the Water Resources Development Act."