Eddie Bernice Johnson: “I believe the evidence shows SBIR to be an extremely valuable program that we must continue to support and strengthen.”

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.

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.

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

I don't agree that the blame game of Republicans or the prior Administration holds any significance to where we are.