Grace Napolitano: “A clear definition of what is considered 'waters of the U.S.' is important to protecting public health and the…”

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.

DOT recently provided an update to the Justice40 initiative. The Department has exceeded its goal of delivering 40 percent of the benefits of Federal investments to disadvantaged communities.

I believe that every-State-go-it-alone approach is inconsistent with congressional intent on the Clean Water Act.

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