Political Quotes

I appreciate that our subcommittee is going to get a better understanding of this issue, particularly from both Federal and state regulators, who worked so hard to get this issue under control late this past summer.

This year, the toxins forced the closure of a major drinking water system, leaving 500,000 people in the city of Toledo unable to use their tap water for two days.

Cyanotoxins can cause a long list of health impacts: liver damage, skin and eye irritation, gastrointestinal illness, neurological effects, cancer, paralysis and death.

Mr. Chairman, I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed to the amendment. The CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.