"Attacks on this investment are misguided, they are misplaced, and we should treat this public unit as we do with any shared heritage of history in the Parks Service."
"I will save us the exercise of going through that and indicate to the gentleman that my comments are directed in general and not specifically to anyone, but if he is offended by them, I apologize for ..."
"the tribes have served as the principle protectors, guardians, stewards of the Grand Canyon, their real and spiritual home, since this time."
"I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to the lands that make up the tribes' proposed national monument at the Grand Canyon."
"I know you are not promoting a policy of energy poverty for the people of this nation, and while the word transition might be uncomfortable for some, it is a reality, and as we transition into clean, ..."
"So, if we are talking about poverty, there is going to be ample opportunity for the Republican Majority to show their concern about helping those that are not in a position, unfortunately, to be helpe..."
"I think that the permitting issue is a ruse to try to weaken other kinds of laws, whether it be NEPA, Endangered Species, bedrock environmental laws."
"No Federal agency should be cloaked in mystery, particularly when it comes to spending American's hard-earned dollars."
"It has been almost 2 years since we had a chance to discuss these issues in person with you, Madam Secretary."
"I want to acknowledge you and the colleagues on this Committee on your side on the aisle."
"Hollowing out Federal agencies is a critical component of the MAGA Republican signature playbook."
"attacks on this investment are misguided, they are misplaced, and we should treat this public unit as we do with any shared heritage of history in the Parks Service"