"I hope that as the Committee moves forward on this legislation, we are able to do it in a truly bipartisan manner."
"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."
"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, ..."
"the tribes have served as the principle protectors, guardians, stewards of the Grand Canyon, their real and spiritual home, since this time."
"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 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 ..."
"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."
"These cuts would deliver irreparable blows across the government, damaging our economic potential, national security, and quality of life."
"I just want to ask for unanimous consent to enter into the record on the impression that was given that the previous Congress did not do any oversight hearings or the Administration didn't participate..."
"The Interior Department you inherited had been purposely and systematically gutted, demoralized, and diminished."
"My legislation, H.R. 1351, would repeal the land transfer that would allow foreign mining companies Rio Tinto and BPH to establish the Resolution Copper mine."