Committee Statements

I have had the opportunity to review the proposed rules for the 111th Congress, and I plan to support their adoption. There is one change in particular that I believe will make our Committee more transparent, and that’s the requirement that all amendments considered by this committee will be posted to the majority website along with the outcome of the vote within three days. Previously, only those... Read more »

In addition to adopting Committee rules and subcommittee assignments, we’re also welcoming new members to the panel today. On our side of the aisle, it is my pleasure to introduce five dynamic new members. Representative Brett Guthrie from the 2nd District of Kentucky brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Committee, from his time as a businessman to his work in the Kentucky State Sena... Read more »

Good evening Chairman Miller, and thank you. It’s a pleasure to be back alongside you, leading this important panel at a time when the issues confronting our education and workforce systems are critical to economic recovery. We have a history of civility and cooperation on this Committee, whether we agree on the issues or not. That’s a track record I’m proud of, and one that I expect we’ll maintai... Read more »