"Many states are working hard to help these workers, but the lack of guidance and leadership from DOL has impeded their progress.”

"I urge all sides to redouble their efforts to find a path forward that can, at the same time, respect the achievements of the European experiment, the will of the people of the United Kingdom, and the legacy of the Good Friday Agreement."

"Every day that passes and every minute this shutdown continues is too long and too costly."

"There’s no time to waste in addressing this crisis, and that’s why I’ve chosen to make this the first piece of legislation I introduce as Chairman of the Ways & Means Committee.”

"The American people favor secure borders and comprehensive immigration reform. But they do not believe the federal government and its workforce should be held hostage in the process."