I come from a state, Washington State, where we don't have a state income tax.

That would be interesting to see the results of that because when I talk to our farmers and our researchers.

Washington State University is the original land-grant university in my state, and I am fortunate to have an Extension up in Mt. Vernon in my district where they are doing great work.

And thank you, Mr. Administrator, for being here today. I appreciate your time.

I agree with those who believe that greater transparency about the requests that governmental entities are making to Internet companies...

I happen to agree with those who believe that greater transparency and better data about the requests that government entities are making...

There is a piece of legislation that I have co-sponsored, along with Congressman Poe and Congresswoman Lofgren to update the Electronics Communications Privacy Act.

I recognize how important it is to pass a 5 year farm bill in order to provide certainty for farmers across the country.

I am proud to be introducing a resolution tomorrow that... will highlight the importance of specialty crops.

I remain opposed to the FACT Act and I urge my colleagues to oppose this misguided bill.

It is time for us to craft policy that reduces our deficit and encourages job growth, not job losses.

I am always concerned about the amount of money that we spend for defense and other military purposes.

I have been disappointed by Congress' inability to address our nation's fiscal challenges.

I am deeply troubled by Congress' failure to stop the indiscriminate budget cuts known as sequestration.

We must draft a budget that cuts wasteful spending while protecting investments that preserve and create jobs.

I was born in Alabama, as you know, so it was also incredibly important for me to have the opportunity to participate.