Jay Rockefeller: “Over one-third of our Nation's gross domestic product is affected by weather and climate.”

Just as a follow-up to the question of funding which was addressed, CBO actually has come out with an estimate on what all of this would cost. It is not $20 billion; it is in the area of zero up to $10 billion over that period of 4 years.

We need to provide more transitional housing and more training for law enforcement, counselors, and healthcare workers to make it easier for victims to come forward.

I thank Senator Johnson for his interest and support for this legislation and for his shared interest in strengthening cyber security. I also thank my colleague from South Dakota for drawing attention to the potential impact of this…

If confirmed, I pledge to consider all relevant facts and public comments in the docket.