Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I rise today in support of the Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act brought today by my friend and colleague, Congresswoman Kristi Noem. This good piece of legislation is a commonsense solution to a bureaucratic problem that is causing concern among many Arizonans. It's almost unfathomable to think that this legislation is necessary to protect Arizona against Federal bureaucrats who want to regulate dust, but here we are. That's exactly what the EPA is doing with its overreaching policies, holding individuals and businesses accountable for naturally occurring dust particles. I stand here today to raise my voice against the unreasonable Federal regulations which would allow simple haboobs, dust clouds, and wind storms to pose an economic threat to the economic livelihood of farmers in and around my district. It is important to also note that this bill covers dust which has been found to have no adverse human health effects. Also notable among this bill's many supporters are the Arizona Farm Bureau Federation, the Arizona Cattle Feeders' Association, the Arizona Cattle Growers' Association, the Arizona Cotton Growers Association, and the National Cattlemen's Association. Again, I support this legislation and encourage you to pass this good bill today.”