Jaime Beutler actually said...

I am trying to understand the genesis.

Congratulations on your new position. And I appreciate you taking the time--I know we didn't get to connect last week, but for reaching out ...

The fiscal year 2020 budget request for the House agencies is $1.356 billion, which is $123 million over the current enacted levels.

Without the services of the House officers, we would not carry out our constitutional duties as Members of Congress.