Yes, I think we would get agreement here from this Committee on that subject.

I think both with our rate-making and our planning work, we are trying to promote transmission.

That has not been brought up, so that is an important component of this, that cooperation at the state level as well.

I want to associate myself with Senator Heinrich's comments. I, too, want to applaud you for taking action in view of Order 841.

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 63, beginning on line 7, strike section 508. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 918, the…

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 27, line 21, after the dollar amount, insert ``(reduced by $190,000,000)''. Page 64, line 6, after the…

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We're much better off under a prescribed-fire scenario where we control the circumstances and the volumes.

It is equally important that we do not lose sight of our obligation to demand and implement reforms that will make real change.

It is a cultural change, so we have to be vigilant and constant.

And do you think that would have benefited in the past and we would have been able to protect these children much earlier, much sooner?

I respectfully request that this subcommittee hold additional hearings with the new leadership of the U.S. Olympic Committee, USA Gymnastics, and other national governing bodies.

We appreciate you being participants and the focus on that area because it is an area where both of the Senators from California and Nevada have come together.

It is not just about education, it is about changing the culture to protect these young athletes for the future.

The threat of a catastrophic wildfire at Lake Tahoe is a top concern for the entire community in both states.