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

If confirmed, I will commit to review all of the statutory requirements and congressional deadlines.

We need to change our culture through increased awareness and education to prevent domestic violence from occurring.

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

I thank Senator Leahy for attempting to address my concerns about this bill. I thank his committee staff for working with my committee staff to insert clarifying report language.