Doug LaMalfa: “This seems like a front company for a process to avoid public scrutiny.”

So, let's shift gears to high-speed rail in California, one of my favorite things to talk about since it is such a boondoggle and a rat hole in my home State.

We should pass this bill because the Indian people need it but also as a tribute to our dear friend Don Young.

We greatly appreciate the leadership of Representative Fischbach, Representative LaMalfa and Representative Thompson for the introduction of the HEN Act.

I can cite one example in my own district. Elderberry bushes are required to be basically untouched because an elderberry beetle may come along.