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John Garamendi

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John Raymond Garamendi is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 8th congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection during his tenure in Congress. Garamendi has also been an advocate for veterans and military families, reflecting California's significant military presence.

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Apr 25, 2012

Is this about the generation of hydropower, gentlemen, or is this about the transmission of electricity in the Western United States?

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Apr 25, 2012

Actually, it does not. The production tax credit does pick among in this case the wind turbine industry, no winner or loser.

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Apr 25, 2012

I applaud you for your wisdom and urge you to carry on and succeed.

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Apr 25, 2012

I would like to voice my full support for the Conservation Easement Incentive Act of 2011.

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Apr 25, 2012

There should be added to the production tax credit... a 'Make it in America' provision.

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Apr 16, 2012

Occasionally, we go to remarkable events, and I did so last Saturday. A couple that had reached the age of 94 and 92 were celebrating not only the gentlelady's birthday but also their 70th year of marriage. When I told people where I had…

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Apr 16, 2012

That is a disturbing incongruity in my opinion.

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Apr 16, 2012

My understanding is the Russians do not believe the MOX process is the way to go.

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Apr 16, 2012

My understanding is you are going to have considerable trouble achieving that goal and that the material is not desired by the nuclear industry.

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Apr 16, 2012

It appears as though and I would like to--perhaps you can do this in additional testimony written without getting into too much detail here, which you have already done, how you have modified the plans based because of the reduction in…

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Apr 16, 2012

I have had more than enough time, more than my allotted time. Not enough time.

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Apr 16, 2012

I want to hear the proof that it is the right path, okay?

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Mar 19, 2012

I think Susan Eisenhower would like to make a comment.

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Mar 19, 2012

Our purpose ought to be to make sure this gets done, that we get this Memorial underway.

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Mar 6, 2012

This bill would establish a National Heritage Area in the Delta in order to protect the largest estuary on the West Coast.

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Mar 6, 2012

Establishing a National Heritage Area in the Delta would help combat these issues and preserve its vibrant community and fragile resources.

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Mar 6, 2012

The Department of Defense (DOD) estimates it needs $88.5 billion in FY13 OCO funding of which $85.6B is to conduct military operations for Operation ENDURING FREEDOM in Afghanistan.

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Mar 5, 2012

It seems to me that we are shorting an extremely important program in the directed energy that many members of your subcommittee are interested in.

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Mar 5, 2012

It seems to me that this directed energy issue is extremely important, has extraordinary potential.

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Feb 29, 2012

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from California will be postponed. Amendment No. 8 Offered by Mr. Markey The Acting CHAIR. It is…

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Feb 29, 2012

May I inquire as to the time remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California has 2 minutes remaining.

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Feb 29, 2012

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike section 105. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 566, the gentleman from California (Mr…

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Feb 29, 2012

You will hear this from the other side as they close, Oh, but you are going to be able to get some $300 million. Yes, that money will flow more quickly into the treasury to be sure because it allows the water districts, as a result of the…

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Feb 29, 2012

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from California will be postponed. Amendment No. 6 Offered by Mrs. Napolitano The Acting CHAIR…

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Feb 29, 2012

May I inquire as to the time remaining? The Acting CHAIR. You have 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.

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