In his budget, President Biden has clearly prioritized protecting public health and the environment.
Thomas R. Carper
The Public Record
Thomas R. Carper is a United States Senator from Delaware, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has held various political roles throughout his career, including serving as the Governor of Delaware from 1993 to 2001. Carper is known for his work on issues related to the environment, healthcare, and postal service reform. As a Vietnam War veteran, he often emphasizes his military service and its impact on his public service philosophy.
I am a firm believer, I know you are as well, in something called the Golden Rule.
I believe that President Biden's $12 billion budget request for EPA, after years of starving the agency, prioritizes now the needs of the American people.
Eighty-five percent of the budget request goes to our States, our Tribes, our local governments.
This rule will reduce smog contributing pollution from our heavy duty vehicles by 48 percent by 2045.
You are doing an exemplary job, and we thank you and the team that you lead.
Earlier this week, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released its latest report underscoring the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
I believe that President Biden's $12 billion budget request for EPA, after years of starving the agency, prioritizes now the needs of the American people.
There are letters in support of the 2023 WOTUS rule, describing the negative impacts that a Congressional Review Act resolution to repeal the rule would have on water, wildlife, and human health.
For EPA to be successful in protecting human health and the environment while also providing greater certainty and predictability to stakeholders, the agency needs robust funding and a strong leadership team in place.