Taking institutions that are there and making those institutions reform themselves so that they deal specifically with the issue of youth suicide in Indian Country.

I think you educate all of us and allow us to focus on what the issue is and what we can do about it.

Technologies that improve building efficiency are often referred to as the low-hanging fruit in meeting our energy challenges.

I wish Senator Reid was here for me to just thank him for what he did for my family.

I share the concerns of many of my colleagues with what is happening down in Mexico with the battles we are having with the drug cartels.

I really want to thank you for all of your work on climate change. When I was in the House of Representatives, I followed what you did over here in the Senate.

We do have the commitment that they get the resources they need. They not only keep us safe, but they get home safely to their families after they put their lives on the line on a daily basis.

I want to encourage you that we take advantage of this research technology as we work to protect our Nation.

We need economic development in Indian Country, and for the inclusion of Indian Country in the new Administration's economic recovery efforts.

This public health and environmental disaster left a trail of contamination and sickness that must be addressed.

High crime rates and a dilapidated system of prisons and jails need to be fixed.

Secretary Salazar, I would like to begin by congratulating you on your confirmation to serve in President Obama's cabinet.

These needs of New Mexico tribes are replicated across the nation.

Thank you for the opportunity to submit this testimony.

We appreciate your interest in and leadership on this issue.

I commend the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee for this hearing examining the DOE Loan Guarantee program.

I thank the Chairman and the Committee for this opportunity and your ongoing support of tribal energy development and the needs of Indian communities nationwide.

I urge Congress and DOE to demonstrate that they share this commitment and to develop a solution as soon as possible this year.