"This bill is a result of intensive consultation with tribes across the country that are involved in energy exploration, development, and production."
"It contains measures that tribes requested of the Committee, rooted in the principle of increasing Native Americans' control over their lands' resources."
"We are also very appreciative of the strong support we have received from Congressman Paul Gosar."
"Now, based on your experience with the Navajo Nation and government, does the Nation have strong governmental capacity sufficient to administer a sub-surface leasing program?"
"But--so the dollars you quoted about what it is costing you, you are not figuring in the lost time. Time is money."
"The Colorado River is a fundamental component of our regional economy."
"Hydropower facilities like the Hoover Dam, the Parker Dam, and the Glen Canyon Dam are vital power resources for consumers."
"I am committed to pushing policies that reduce the planning time, the regulatory permitting costs associated with the development of new Federal and non-Federal dams and reservoirs, and fighting unnec..."
"Given the overwhelming benefits, one would think that the federal government would be focused on maintaining our current infrastructure and expediting the development of new surface storage."
"the real adage is, 'Whiskey is for drinking, and water is for fighting over.'"
"I am appalled, absolutely appalled."
"If you walk guns, you are going to do time."