Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 5, strike lines 1 through 15 and insert the following: (1) Strategic and critical minerals.--The term ``strategic and critical minerals''-- (A) except as provided in subparagraph (B), means-- (i) minerals and mineral groups identified as critical by the National Research Council in the report titled ``Minerals, Critical Minerals, and the U.S Economy'' and dated 2008; and (ii) additional minerals identified by the Secretary of the Interior based on the National Research Council criteria in such report; and (B) does not include sand, gravel, or clay. Page 5, line 25, after ``ties'' insert ``for strategic and critical minerals''. Page 6, line 3, after ``operation'' insert ``for strategic and critical mineral mines''. The CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 481, the gentleman from California (Mr. Lowenthal) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from California.”