Congress should extend and reform the tax deduction for energy efficient commercial buildings at Section 179D of the Internal Revenue Code.

The story of the Manhattan Project isn't just about world-class scientists.

I stand in strong support of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument proposal offered by citizens of Dona Ana County.

It is a story that is truly American and I look forward to sharing this story with many when we open these areas under the National Park Service Arrowhead.

I believe it's important for future generations to learn about it and from it.

Testimony in Support of S. 3300, the Manhattan Project National Historical Park Act

We believe it will be a benefit not only to Los Alamos but to nearby communities, as well.

We are also grateful for the leadership of Senators Alexander, Cantwell, Udall, and Murray in championing this legislation.

Protecting these resources is something the Los Alamos Historical Society has been working on for nearly fifty years.

The Atomic Heritage Foundation thanks Chairman Jeff Bingaman and co-sponsors Senators Lamar Alexander, Maria Cantwell, Tom Udall and Patty Murray for joining in introducing S. 3300.

The Manhattan Project National Historical Park will, once again, transform these communities, creating an economic driver based on heritage tourism.

I am certain today's hearing will provide the committee a better understanding of my legislation and the Neches River.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation appreciates the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources' Chairman Jeff Bingaman's leadership introducing S. 3300.

Providing visitors with opportunities to form their own intellectual and emotional connections with the significance of sites to be included in the Manhattan Project National Historical Park helps them understand its relevance to our…

We are also grateful for Senators Lamar Alexander, Maria Cantwell, Tom Udall, and Patty Murray's leadership in co-sponsoring this legislation.

given the--we have heard a little bit about SBIR today. We don't talk much about STTR, a program that has been terribly neglected by the Federal Government

Mr. Chairman, I appreciate your graciousness in the recognition of more time.

EPA put a lot of work collaborating with industry, developing the standard to reduce fugitive emissions from hydraulic fracturing of oil and gas wells.