Statement of Senator Schatz

I have fought as the guy from Iowa for year-round sale of E15. I think it is very important.

The EPA has been very quick to regulate farmers, but very slow to actually help farmers answer the questions.

Again, let's read the amendment. There is no mention in this amendment of this mysterious company. There is no commitment by the Department of Defense to use a specific company. This is a matter of disclosure. These companies have to…

I read this amendment carefully, and what I saw in this amendment and the policy choices that it engages have nothing to do with what I just heard from the proponent of this amendment, so let me deal with the merits of this amendment as it…

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from New York will be postponed. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I rise as the designee of the…

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Alabama will be postponed. The Chair understands that amendment No. 133 will not be offered…

First of all, let's take a look at the actual language of the amendment. I have heard the arguments from my colleague about what this amendment does, but when you take a look at the actual language of the amendment, what you discover is…

I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Hawaii is recognized for 5 minutes.

I can think of no better place to designate as Hawaii's first National Heritage Area than Lahaina.

Designating Lahaina as a National Heritage Area would complement and sustain community-driven efforts.

Thank you, Chair, members of the Federal Lands Subcommittee, thank you for including H.R. 8219, my Lahaina National Heritage Area Act, in today's hearing, and mahalo for the opportunity to speak in support of this important bill.

I have personally spoken with Governor Josh Green, Mayor Richard Bissen, and local cultural practitioners.

It's essential that we recognize the contributions of Indigenous peoples to our history.

The Lahaina National Heritage Area Act requires the Secretary of the Interior to study the suitability and feasibility of designating the Town of Lahaina as a National Heritage Area.

48 years ago, a teenage girl about to enter her senior year in high school made a very difficult and personal choice. She was young and didn't come from any money. Her boyfriend was just a year older and preferred surfing over working…

I also would like to thank my colleagues who co-sponsored this bill, especially members of this Natural Resources Committee, including Ranking Member Neguse.

Establishing a National Heritage Area for Lahaina would go a long way in supporting the community's efforts to preserve and protect this place that is central to our history and culture.