May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Moolenaar), who is a member of the Science Committee and also a vice chairman of the Research and Technology Subcommittee.
Lamar Smith
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Lamar Smith is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 21st congressional district from 1987 to 2019. During his tenure, he served as the chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where he focused on issues related to science policy, technology, and innovation. Smith was known for his advocacy of scientific research and development, as well as his support for policies aimed at promoting economic growth through technological advancements.
Congressional Record · 2015-05-20
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this amendment would include teacher training for STEM competitions and collaborations as permitted activities under a program in the bill to encourage engagement in STEM education activities. Supporting out-of-school…
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this amendment would strike good government accountability measures within the COMPETES bill that require DOE's Office of Science to prioritize biological systems and genomic science. It would also strike reforms included in…
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I oppose the gentlewoman's amendment. As I mentioned in my opening remarks, I support a responsible and sustainable path forward for U.S. science, research, and development. We must prioritize the areas of basic research to…
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I claim time in opposition to this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Scalise), who is the majority whip.
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from California (Mr. Knight), an active member of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this bill does not touch merit review. Mr. Chairman, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Babin), who is a valuable member of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chairman, I am pleased to sponsor H.R. 1806, the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2015, a pro-science, fiscally responsible bill that sets America on a path to remain the…
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this manager's amendment makes some changes to improve the underlying legislation. The amendment shifts $48 million in funding within the research and related activities account at the National Science Foundation. This is at…
May 20, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I have no other speakers on this side, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Smith). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment No. 2…
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