Thomas R. Carper: “Cooperative federalism enshrined in statute, when correctly applied, will protect our environment and our economy.”

I hope is that the issues we just discussed... we can keep at it today and see if we can't find a way to yes.

Well, there is a good compromise out there, and I think if we are smart and don't give up today, we will find it.

People ask me what I am proudest of in my life, and I always say, raising three boys, with a big assist from their mom.

Last year, the Environment and Public Works Committee held, I think, not one, but a couple of hearings on permitting, common theme at our hearings, on the importance of public engagement.