09.19.17

Scott Statement on Death of Bill Goodling, Former Chair of Ed & Workforce Committee

WASHINGTON – Ranking Member Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after the death of former Pennsylvania Congressman Bill Goodling, who served as chair of the Education and Workforce Committee from 1995-2001:

“It is with sadness that I note the passing of former Congressman Bill Goodling, who I had the privilege of serving with on the Committee. He was a tireless advocate for education, particularly on issues of literacy and child nutrition. While we sat on different sides of the political aisle, we both shared a deep commitment to bettering the lives of students, families, and workers. I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family.”

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