William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “May I inquire of the Chair whether the gentleman from Washington, the chairman, has any further speakers other than…”

If China is indeed the pacing threat, then part of the responsibility of this committee is think about the personnel and equipment and training that is needed.

I presume the chair has no further speakers and, therefore, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, I want to, again, thank each and every one of the members of the House Armed Services Committee. Every one of them, Republican…

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Washington will be postponed. Amendments En Bloc No. 17 Offered by Mr. Smith of Washington

I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from Missouri (Mrs. Hartzler).