Grace Napolitano: “I believe the Federal Government can take a greater role to reduce the cost of water to our American families.”

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

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

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.

For over 50 years, the Federal-State partnership created by the Clean Water Act has allowed communities to enjoy clean water and has given businesses the certainty they need to create jobs and spur economic growth. Yet, if this amendment…