Political Quotes

“I rise today to recognize Camille Calimlim Touton as she concludes her distinguished public service as the 24th Commissioner of the United States Bureau of Reclamation. Born in Quezon City, Philippines, as the daughter of a U.S. Air Force airman, Camille Calimlim Touton and her family eventually settled down in Nevada. There, she would go on to earn her bachelor of arts and her bachelor of science from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, before moving east to earn her master's in public policy from George Mason University. Throughout her public service career, whether learning from my friend and colleague Congresswoman Grace Napolitano on the House Natural Resources Committee, working on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, or at the Bureau of Reclamation, Commissioner Touton has served the American people with great distinction. Since she was sworn in as Commissioner on December 15, 2021, Commissioner Touton has improved the Bureau of Reclamation's reputation across the West and around the world by effectively leading the Bureau's 6,000 employees during an unprecedented time of drought and aridification. By rolling up her sleeves and working with partners to address some of the most challenging issues of the American West, Commissioner Touton leaves behind a proud legacy of service to the American people.…”