Paul Gosar actually said...

"Today, the Subcommittee will discuss the problem of abandoned hardrock mines and the role that non-government entities can play as a part of the solution."

"Abandoned hardrock mines, also known as 'abandoned mine lands' or AML, were mined and deserted before the era of modern regulations."

"I think Congressman Tipton was involved in those last Congress, and others have been as well."

"Colorado believes the pursuit of Good Samaritan protections will be immensely helpful in our efforts to remediate the vast quantities of abandoned mine sites in our state."