Grace Napolitano: “I claim the time in opposition, even though I am not opposed to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the…”

Clean water was not always a partisan issue, and no issue has more support among American families than the protection of our nation's waters.

I remain committed to protecting clean water for more people, not less.

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.