I think both of us understand the importance of the jurisdiction of our Subcommittee in protecting the waters of our Nat...
Today's hearing will focus on the role the Environmental Protection Agency must play in making our Nation more efficient...
I would hope that the strategy that you come out with within the Department of Interior will be mindful that you can pla...
One of the problems we have is that many Americans have yet to really understand the day to day risks associated with gl...
we are currently losing about 150 acres a year because of sea level change
The backlog of deferred maintenance is overwhelming.
I certainly hope that the Committee can complete its review quickly and that your nomination can go to the floor for act...
I think most people agree that the Endangered Species Act is one of the most important safeguards that was enacted by Co...
the guidance would be based upon the best science, and not political considerations
He has good judgment and unquestioned integrity, and I think that really sums it up.
the Federal Government does have to treat like employees similarly.
the merit principles, which basically say we should hire people who can do the job because they have the skills to do th...
I really wanted to be here to see whether we had to hold Congressman Hoyer in contempt of the Senate.
I wholeheartedly endorse his nomination and recommend to the Committee that we move quickly on his confirmation.
We are very proud of his public service. We thank you very much for your continued willingness to want to serve our Nati...
Let me just stress, I think there are several parts to this concern.
We need your full attention focused on restoring the integrity of the ESA process.
The nominee is charged with restoring the role good science must play in making good public policy.