Washington, July 21 -- Representative Emilia Sykes issued the following press release:

Today, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology advanced four bipartisan bills focused on strengthening American innovation, expanding energy technologies, improving public safety, and supporting U.S. leadership in science and technology. U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13, a member of the committee, celebrated their passage.

"These bills will help communities prepare for natural disasters, advance next-generation energy technologies, and support the research and innovation that keep our country competitive," said Rep. Sykes. "I'm proud to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to move this legislation forward.

"The bills ...