Grace Napolitano: “Access to public recreational space can improve physical and mental health and foster a love of the outdoors and…”

Since 1973, American Rivers has protected wild rivers, restored damaged rivers, and conserved clean water for people and nature.

I urge my colleagues on both sides to vote ``no'' on this bill, and I reserve the balance of my time.

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

I am pleased to join my great Ranking Member Larsen and thank the gentleman for the kind accolades; Chairman Graves; my friend, Chairman Rouzer; and members of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in bringing the conference…