the notion that any of us who are supporting the actual resolution, which you need to read, that we want to ban all air travel, that is crazy.
I would love to see every member of this Subcommittee move at least something forward with bipartisan support.
I know that this place has been hardwired for partisan combat for a long time.
This hearing isn't specifically to tee up a fight about climate change--I do want to underscore that.
I have seen too many hearings with inflammatory titles that read like angry, partisan ransom notes.
These communities depend on ocean-related industries like fisheries, tourism, and shipping.
I consider myself Chair of the whole Subcommittee, not just Members from my party.
I want to challenge the assumption that our job is simply to fight about them.
I am excited to chair this Subcommittee because our jurisdiction encompasses so many issues that I care deeply about.
As Chairman, my goal is to start with the facts and address these challenges head on.
But even if you live far from the coast, the health of oceans should matter to you.