On the recordMay 25, 2016
I appreciate my colleague's passion for the Office of Science. I am a strong supporter of the Office of Science and the work that they do. As the Nation's largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences, the Office of Science directs important research funding to the national laboratories and universities across this country. The EPSCoR program extends this even further by supporting research in areas where there has historically been less Federal funding. The program has been successful in laying the foundation and in expanding research programs in the basic sciences across the Nation. Taking away this funding puts existing grants and partnerships in jeopardy at the many universities that receive EPSCoR grants. Therefore, I must oppose this amendment and urge other Members to do the same. Mr. Chair, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. Cicilline).
