Political Quotes

Mr. Chairman, 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.

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.

I believe the Supreme Court purposely chose to substitute its own philosophy over decades-old, legally grounded efforts to protect water quality.

Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Graves). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have…