Jun 10, 2015
Thank you so much. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to speak as in morning business until I conclude. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
Barbara Boxer
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Barbara Boxer is a former United States Senator from California, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 1983, to January 5, 1993. Throughout her political career, Boxer was known for her strong advocacy on environmental issues, women's rights, and healthcare reform. She played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at addressing climate change and protecting public health.
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Jun 10, 2015
I hope that you will help me get these people to the floor and get them confirmed.
Jun 9, 2015
This bill rips the heart out of the rule and frankly, out of the Clean Water Act.
Jun 9, 2015
All we are saying is if there is an increase in costs and if it is going to take more time to obtain a permit or perpetuate the lack of regulatory predictability, the bill is null and void.
Jun 9, 2015
Unfortunately, the legislation before us today would take us in the wrong direction.
Jun 9, 2015
The Clean Water Act is a critical tool for preventing pollution of water bodies that provide drinking water.
Jun 9, 2015
Instead of advancing a bill that would allow more pollution of our waterways, we should listen to the wide variety of stakeholders that support the proposed clean water rule.
Jun 9, 2015
To me the most important thing is that our people are protected. Today, we took a giant step backward on that front, a giant step.
Jun 9, 2015
If the Barrasso bill, S. 1140, passes, all of these new exemptions will be blocked.
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