The people who live near there, their anthem is a master plan development that is right near there, about 12,000 residents. They are in overwhelming opposition.

What is the Federal Government's assessment now of the worst-case scenario?

I think your governor's request is 6,000 additional National Guard.

Over 29 million people rely on this power, which is a clean, renewable, and reliable source of energy.

The legislation this committee is considering today, the Hoover Power Allocation Act, is the result of extensive negotiations.

I urge my colleagues to carefully consider this important piece of legislation

I know this is very important to Nevada and we appreciate your leadership and Senator Reid's.

We owe it to the contractors, who have made and will continue to make enormous financial investments.

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