Bud Shuster: “I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from…”

I thank the gentleman for offering this amendment. Of course, with the devastating effects of Sandy on Queens, New York, I understand his concern. Mr. Chair, given the impact of that storm and the importance of this amendment, I am…

I thank the gentleman for offering this amendment. This amendment does clarify the responsibilities of the Corps with respect to their rural neighbors, which for me, coming from rural Pennsylvania, it is extremely important, and I…

I have three more speakers. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Upton). {time} 1345

I thank the gentleman for offering this amendment, which does require the Corps to include complete deposition studies in future Corps plans where practicable. Mr. Chair, I am prepared to accept the amendment, and I yield back the balance…