Bruce Westerman
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Bruce Eugene Westerman is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 4th congressional district since January 6, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, Westerman has focused on issues such as natural resources, forestry, and environmental policy during his time in office. He has been an advocate for sustainable forestry practices and has worked on legislation aimed at improving the management of public lands. Westerman has also been involved in discussions around economic development and job creation in Arkansas.
Feb 25, 2020
Americans want Congress to act. According to the Pew Research Center, most Americans currently list the environment as one of the top policy priorities.
Feb 25, 2020
The answer is trees. Unequivocally, the most pragmatic, proactive, economical, and large-scale solution to reducing atmospheric carbon levels is sustainable forestry.
Feb 25, 2020
I have never said we don't need to reduce carbon emissions, and this bill actually focuses on reducing carbon emissions and sequestering carbon.
Feb 25, 2020
Sustainability is keeping something at a level or better than you found it in the past to get on to future generations.
Feb 25, 2020
I want to stress again that this is not just a carbon sequestration bill, it is a carbon emission reduction bill.
Feb 12, 2020
Mr. Chairman, I claim the time in opposition to the amendment, even though I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Arkansas is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
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