We support the intent of this legislation to recover listed species, while allowing for water and power operations, which is a win-win for all.
Grace Napolitano
The Public Record
Grace Flores Napolitano is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 32nd congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on various issues including mental health, water resources, and environmental protection throughout her tenure. Napolitano has been an advocate for policies aimed at improving the quality of life for her constituents and addressing pressing social issues. Her legislative efforts often emphasize the importance of sustainable practices and mental health awareness.
We also welcome the Majority's better-late-than-never recognition that compliance with the endangered species act does not mean that water and power projects in the west must go dry or go dark.
We support the intent of H.R. 6060: to recover listed species while allowing for water and power operations.
The need for these programs is clear and a hearing on this legislation is welcomed.
FERC had been far too deferential and unquestioning when it came to hydropower interests.
The National Hydropower Association said at the time that the 2005 hydropower licensing provision will result--and I am quoting--'in increased energy production and energy savings, all while preserving important environmental values.'
President Teddy Roosevelt once said that our rivers are a public good, and that any permit to obstruct them for reasons and on conditions that seem good at the moment should be subject to revision when changed conditions demand.
I thank the ranking member on the committee for allowing me this time. Mr. Chairman, I rise to speak in opposition to H.R. 2578, the Republican lands package. Specifically, I do oppose title XIV, which is H.R. 1565 of H.R. 2578, the…
There is not adequate funding to be able to get some of the assistance to the areas.
On Thursday, May 10th, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 248 in order to attend my grandson's graduation. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on the Motion to Recommit with Instructions H.R. 5326, Making appropriations…
On Thursday, May 10th, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 246 in order to attend my grandson's graduation. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on the Motion to Recommit with Instructions H.R. 5652, To provide for…
On Thursday, May 10, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 247 in order to attend my grandson's graduation. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' on final passage of H.R. 5652, To provide for reconciliation pursuant to…
On Thursday, May 10th, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 249 in order to attend my grandson's graduation. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on final passage of H.R. 5326, Making appropriations for the Departments of…
On Thursday, April 19, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 176 due a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on the Motion to Recommit to H.R. 9, Small Business Tax Cut Act.
On Thursday, April 19, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 175 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on agreeing to the Levin Substitute Amendment to H.R. 9, Small Business Tax Cut Act.
On Thursday, April 19, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 173 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' on agreeing to the resolution, as amended, to H. Res. 620, providing for consideration…
On Thursday, April 19, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 172 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on Ordering the Previous Question to H. Res. 620, Providing for consideration of H.R…
On Thursday, April 19, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 177 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on final passage of H.R. 9, Small Business Tax Cut Act.
On Wednesday, April 18, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 166 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' on agreeing to H. Res. 619 Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4348) to…
On Wednesday, April 18, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 168 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' on agreeing to the Ribble Amendment No. 2.
On Wednesday, April 18, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 165 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' On Ordering the Previous Question on H. Res. 619 Providing for consideration of the…
On Wednesday, April 18, 2012, I was absent during rollcall vote No. 169 due to a family medical emergency. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on the motion to recommit on H.R. 4348--Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012…





