I apologize for the interruption, Ms. Shields.
Through you, Mr. Chair, the bells are ringing in the chamber for a vote. The last time we discussed this matter at committee, some members indicated that in the future they would not grant unanimous consent, because it's their absolute privilege to vote in person in the chamber, which is 100% correct. I would ask through you, Mr. Chair, if we could seek the unanimous consent of committee members to hear the opening statements of all witnesses, if time allows, and then proceed to the House to vote. I say this just in case any of our witnesses aren't able to join us following the conclusion of that vote in the chamber.