Pelosi Statement on House Passage of COMPETES Act

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House voted to update and reauthorize the America COMPETES Act, which seeks to boost America’s competitiveness by strengthening the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

“Democrats were committed to ensuring that The COMPETES Act that will help restore our economic strength through investments in innovation, science and technology is passed by the House.  And today, the House succeeded despite previous attempts by Congressional Republicans to delay action.

‘The COMPETES Act is critical legislation that will spur innovation, invest in cutting-edge research, modernize manufacturing and create jobs.  It is about American jobs for Americans, strong American leadership in the global economy, and long-term growth for America’s workers.

‘Today’s action clearly demonstrated that Democrats will continue to side with the Middle Class and America’s Main Street, while Congressional Republicans have chosen to side with the special interests.’