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Foxx Statement: Hearing on "Demanding Accountability in National Service Programs"
Jun 23, 2011 - America has always been known as a place where volunteerism exists in every community. Whether serving at a local food bank, assisting those who spend their nights at a nearby shelter, or simply lending a helping hand to a neighbor in need, those who volunteer their time and resources on behalf of t... More

Walberg Statement: Hearing on “Reviewing Workers’ Compensation for Federal Employees”
May 12, 2011 - It has been nearly 100 years since the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act was signed into law by President Woodrow Wilson. The law establishes a program for federal workers to receive compensation for lost wages, medical care, and rehabilitation services resulting from an injury or illness incurred... More

Kline Statement: Hearing on "Policies and Priorities of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services"
May 5, 2011 - Good morning and welcome Madam Secretary. I believe this is your first appearance before the committee, and we certainly appreciate the opportunity to meet with you today. I realize your time is valuable and we only have a small window to discuss a wide range of topics. I will keep my opening remark... More

Walberg Statement: Hearing on "Examining the Department of Labor's Implementation of the Davis-Bacon Act"
Apr 14, 2011 - Good morning and welcome to today’s hearing. I would like to thank our witnesses for joining us. Our panel has a wide range of knowledge and experience with the Davis-Bacon Act, and your testimony will provide important insight as we work to ensure the law is serving the interests of job-creators, ... More

Kline Statement: Hearing on "The Budget and Policy Proposals of the U.S. Department of Education"
Mar 9, 2011 - Good afternoon to our guests and welcome back, Secretary Duncan, to the Education and the Workforce Committee. We realize your time is valuable and we appreciate the opportunity to speak with you today regarding the president’s budget proposal and the current state of education in the nation. Our co... More

Kline Statement: Hearing on "The Policies and Priorities at the U.S. Department of Labor"
Feb 16, 2011 - Allow me to begin today’s hearing by welcoming Secretary Solis to the committee. The secretary isn’t a stranger to Congress or this Committee. I appreciate the time you have taken to be with us today and look forward to your testimony. The Department of Labor is an agency whose size and mission have... More

Kline Statement: Hearing on "State of the American Workforce"
Jan 26, 2011 - Good afternoon and welcome to our first hearing of the 112th Congress. I appreciate the time our witnesses have spared to be with us today. Whether you are a governor, a small manufacturer, or an economist, your time is valuable and we are grateful for your participation today. It is no secret the A... More

Kline Statement: Adoption of the Committee Oversight Plan
Jan 25, 2011 - While adoption of the committee oversight plan is a routine procedure, it is one that is important to the business the committee will conduct over the next two years. Oversight helps to ensure the work we do is well informed and that Congress properly performs its responsibility of providing a check... More

Kline Statement: Full Committee Organizational Meeting
Jan 25, 2011 - Good morning. Let me begin by welcoming the Members of the Committee, staff, and guests to our first meeting of the 112th Congress. There are many new faces in the room, and with those new faces comes a new degree of eagerness and excitement to get to work. I also am pleased to welcome back a number... More

Roe Statement: Review of the Independent Audit of the Labor Department’s FY2010 Consolidated Financial Statements
Dec 7, 2010 - As the notice announcing our hearing states, we will be reviewing an independent audit of the Labor Department's financial records. This is a department with a roughly $16 billion budget, 30 agencies, and more than 17,000 employees. A great deal of time and resources were invested in this audit and ... More

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