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Bioeconomy Research and Development Act of 2021

Floor Speech

Date: Feb. 2, 2022
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman from Texas for her hard work on this legislation.

Mr. Speaker, the success and security of America's economy depends on the strength of our workforce. That is why the America COMPETES Act connects students and workers with the skills they need to succeed in high-tech industries while strengthening our economy's competitiveness in the years ahead.

The investments in this bill increase equitable access to computer science education and postsecondary STEM pathways. The legislation also builds on bipartisan support for apprenticeships by creating nearly 1 million new registered apprenticeship opportunities over the next 5 years.

The America COMPETES Act also includes protection so the jobs created in this bill will pay a decent wage.

Mr. Speaker, this legislation provides investments that we need to secure a brighter future for our Nation's workers and our economy. I urge my colleagues to support this critical legislation.

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