I am pleased to yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer), the distinguished whip of the Democratic Party, someone who understands the economic importance of protecting the environment.
Steven Holt: “I am pleased to yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer), the distinguished whip of the Democratic…”
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