Political Quotes

“As the Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Transportation Security, I am pleased that we are on the floor today to consider the Senate amendment to H.R. 1801. Approval of this measure today will, for the first time this Congress, result in transportation security legislation reaching the President's desk. In this budgetary climate, we must ensure that the Transportation Security Administration is maximizing its resources and adequately integrating efficient screening process across its checkpoint security programs. This legislation strives to do that by ensuring that an expedited screening program is established for members of the Armed Forces, which includes over 20,000 men and women in the Houston metro area. These men and women sacrifice their time and family life to defend our liberty. Affording them the opportunity to be respectfully screened in an expedited manner will ensure that we continue to honor their service and what their commitment means to the American public. H.R. 1801 represents common-sense legislation with bipartisan support. The Senate amendment ensures that there is a strong collaboration between the Department of Defense and the Transportation Security Administration. Furthermore, H.R. 1801 establishes parameters for expedited screening process for members of the Armed Services without compromising security. I am happy that I was able to work with Mr.…”