Grace Napolitano: “I hold a little bit concerning. Please keep that in mind.”

I believe the question of who should ultimately be responsible for protecting rivers, streams, and wetlands has become hyper-politicized.

I claim the time in opposition, though I am not opposed. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentlewoman from California is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

I include in the Record letters in opposition to H.R. 7023, including a letter from 49 organizations expressing concern that legislation containing several misguided attacks on clean water in the Clean Water Act puts polluter profits ahead…

We should recognize the familiarity and workability of the historic Clean Water Act and get on with the preservation of the health of our economy as well as that of our communities.