Brian Bilbray: “We talk about we need a Manhattan Project for energy independent.”

But that is like saying that the people that are a victim of counterfeit isn't going to be prosecuted as counterfeiters when the fact is they're losing value down the line.

I think it is time that we put the pressure on our mayors and our county supervisors, and our State officials, just like we put on our automobile manufacturers.

I appreciate it, Mr. Chairman, and I appreciate the minority's consideration. With that, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Bilbray). The…

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), add the following new section: Sec. __. None of the funds made available by…