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Ken Calvert

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Ken Calvert is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 42nd congressional district since 1993. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts, focusing on issues related to defense, energy, and the environment. Calvert has played a significant role in shaping policies that impact his constituents and the broader national landscape. He has also been active in advocating for military and defense initiatives, reflecting his commitment to national security.

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Sep 7, 2017

I think it is important that EPA right the wrong that was caused by the Gold King Mine spill and ensure that the affected States, and the Tribal areas, have the resources they need following the spill. The FY17 bill included $4 million to…

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Sep 7, 2017

Given our allocation, which was $824 million below the fiscal year 2017 level, we had to find areas to trim. It is also important to note that the bill does not support the elimination of the program, as has been proposed in the…

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Sep 7, 2017

This amendment was adopted on the floor last year. I believe it is a good amendment. I encourage my colleagues to support it.

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Sep 7, 2017

As the designee of Chairman Frelinghuysen, I move to strike the last word. The Acting Chair. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Sep 7, 2017

As I mentioned at our full committee markup, I understood that my colleague, Dr. Harris, was offering his amendment to address local concerns from his residents with respect to the visibility of offshore turbines. With all of these…

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Sep 7, 2017

I understand the gentleman's overall goal is to continue funding for the AML pilot project, consistent with a fiscal year 2017 enacted level, and structure for the six Appalachian States. Therefore, we can accept this package of amendments…

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Sep 7, 2017

As the designee of Chairman Frelinghuysen, I move to strike the last word. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Sep 7, 2017

I understand the gentleman's concerns. I would suggest that he go down to the Administrator's office, our new Administrator, Mr. Pruitt, and meet with him. I don't think that there is any desire on his part to militarize the Environmental…

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Sep 7, 2017

I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chairman, I have no opposition to this en bloc amendment moving forward, and I reserve the balance of my time.

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Sep 7, 2017

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 Alabama will be postponed.

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Sep 7, 2017

I urge a ``no'' vote, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Beyer). The amendment was rejected. Amendment No. 38 Offered by Mr. Ellison The…

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Sep 7, 2017

I understand the specific rule is now being reconsidered by the Department of Interior, which is a good thing, and I encourage my colleagues to support the Young amendment.

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