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Paul Anthony Gosar is an American politician and dentist serving as the U.S. Representative for Arizona's 4th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Gosar has been involved in various legislative efforts and has taken positions on issues such as wildlife management and economic policies affecting rural communities. He has been a vocal advocate for his constituents, often addressing concerns related to agriculture and land use in Arizona. Gosar has also been known for his controversial statements and positions on various national issues.
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made available by this Act…
Could I inquire how much time I have remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.
I have an amendment at the desk, Gosar 221. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made available…
If I could inquire from the Chair how much time I have. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: Page 3, line 5, after the dollar amount, insert ``(increased by $1,000,000)''. Page 50, line 21, after the dollar amount…
Nothing is ever perfect in a negotiated water-related settlement, but I want to applaud these parties here today who have worked together to achieve a better future for their communities.
These settlements can be a significant benefit to tribal communities who have decades of water claims.
Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized American Indian tribes, has the second largest American Indian population
The settlement agreement requires taxpayers to provide a $400 million bailout for Westlands and the San Luis water contractors
Well, once again, we want to make sure that everybody is treated fairly about this. As you can see, the blatant attempt here about recruitment to the unions within our VA is outright disgusting. We want to make sure that everybody is…
I would like to have the name of the counsel that gave you that information, because it is in total violation of Federal statute and law.
Moreover, do you realize that, in such a situation, your actions have no force or effect under the law?
It is just amazing to me that the agency doesn't do more to punish people who are stealing from the agency...
Do you believe that you should step down as the Acting EPA Deputy Administrator, given that the law says that your actions have no force or effect?
Do you realize you cannot serve in an acting capacity for an office that you have been nominated for?
I look forward to working with you and my colleagues on getting some answers and clarity on this notorious policy.
On its way out the door, the Administration is creating far-reaching tentacles that will only harm existing uses.
Federal zoning on both land and water creates uncertainty, which in turn breeds litigation.
This policy is another chapter in the death-by-a-thousand-cuts strategy this Administration employs against the people and communities who depend on our natural resources on land and under water.
In addition, we have Mr. Dan Keppen, Executive Director of the Family Farm Alliance, which includes a number of Arizona's irrigation districts, testifying that the policy's regional bodies could 'dramatically increase the role of Federal…
That shoreline, and the people who depend on the water within those reservoirs, could very well be roped into the federally-based National Ocean Policy.
Since I represent parts of a land-locked state, one wouldn't immediately think that Arizona would care about what impacts our Nation's offshore resources. But, we Arizonans like our seafood and our domestic energy.
Thank you, Chairman, for calling today's hearing. We will hear a lot today about our Nation's oceans and the impacts that the President's National Ocean Policy might have on those who want to enjoy and protect the boundary of our saltwater…
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