Jim Costa actually said...

"It would be unforgivable if--especially now in a time of economic crisis--this industry was damaged or destroyed by well meaning but misguided officials from our own government."

"The fact is that in every other country, companies pay a royalty to mine hardrock minerals, but they do not pay such a royalty in the United States of America."

"This bill as drafted would do irreparable harm to that recovery."

"We need the raw materials we get from mining to expand our economy and build the infrastructure we need."