Grace Napolitano: “The contamination is spreading all over to other areas that may suffer.”

To me, the answer is clear. We should recognize the familiarity and workability of the historic Clean Water Act.

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

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

In my view, we get lost on questions of who is best suited to protect our water resources, rather than talking about the importance of rivers, streams, lakes and wetlands for current and future needs.