We passed the Inflation Reduction Act, and it made historic and much needed changes to the Federal onshore oil and gas leasing program.

What we did in the IRA will not raise prices at the pump or consumer energy prices.

I am hoping the Bureau of Indian Affairs will get their act together on this issue.

It is so important to provide that sustained funding for the Department of the Interior for all the critical initiatives.

the climate crisis is upon us, and whatever we can do, every tool in the toolbox that we can use to move our clean energy forward, that is good for our land, it is good for our people, and we are happy to always work with you, Congressman…

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has failed both the Tribe and the local community. His words, not mine.

Last year, we passed the Inflation Reduction Act, and it made historic and much needed changes to the Federal onshore oil and gas leasing program.

I urge the Administration to expedite this regulatory process so that the IRA's reforms are durable, clear, and fully protective of the American taxpayer, and that they promote the conservation of our public lands.

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 title V of division B. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 260, the gentleman from…

While relief exists for Federal student loan borrowers impacted by fraud, the same is not true for VA education beneficiaries.

Our prayers are with them and their families.

My first amendment will strike title V of division B of this bill. Throughout this debate, I have heard my friends across the aisle argue that the bill before us today is a reasonable attempt to reform our permitting system. Unfortunately…

I certainly support my friend and colleague, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick, H.R. 645 Healthy Foundations for Homeless Veterans Act.

We are committed to our veterans, and part of that commitment is ensuring that the GI Bill educational benefit is honored for our veterans who have more than earned it.

Thank you, Chairman Van Orden. Thank you for holding this legislative hearing on 11 pieces of legislation today.

I appreciate the chairman, appreciate all of our witnesses. Thanks for all the excellent work that you do.

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. 27 Offered by Mr. Levin The Acting CHAIR. It is…

I want to personally thank the chairman for including my legislation, H.R. 1786, to employ more veterans at the Department of Interior.

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of division B, insert the following: TITLE VII--COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CERTIFICATION…

This amendment simply requires Federal agencies to certify that they have the staffing capacity to meet the new environmental timelines established under this bill. According to the Government Accountability Office, the main reason for…

H.R. 1767, the Student Veteran Benefit Restoration Act, is essential for the veteran community and it needs to be prioritized.

I reintroduced this bipartisan bicameral bill last month with Ranking Member Pappas and Representatives McMorris, Rogers, and Finstad to improve veterans' ability to use their benefits.

We have a responsibility to ensure that veterans and their families can readily access the benefits and services that they have earned.

I support more desal, by the way, in Southern California when it can be done in an environmentally responsible way.

I can tell you at 60 million gallons a day it is the largest in the Western Hemisphere, but it only ranks 10th in the world.