Eddie Bernice Johnson: “If the Majority is serious about moving forward with this ill-advised legislation, then we need to hear from a credible…”

Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great pleasure to pay tribute to the life and legacy of former Speaker of the House James "Jim" Wright, who passed away on Wednesday, May 6, at the age of 92.

So also an enthusiastic supporter of the CHIPS and Science Act, which, as you know, really is building on quantum technologies.

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

President Biden accepted the ball where it lay, and that is what he will be held accountable for.