"Well, I think that this position is one of profound importance, although perhaps little understood by the general public."
"Thank you, Senator Lee, for your comments and your observations."
"It would bar employers and agencies from refusing to consider or hire qualified individuals simply because they are unemployed."
"I have introduced a bill called the Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2011, that would prohibit that kind of----"
"We must take proactive steps to prevent outages and protect our communities."
"There are lessons here that can be learned by States across the country."
"I want to thank you personally for having this hearing."
"I believe, strongly, by the Federal Government."
"I urge the Committee to review the MAG system and enact measures ensuring that every state has ready access to adequate numbers of line crews during a disaster;"
"I urge the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to provide clear direction and incentives for utilities to establish micro grids, thus ensuring at least a portion of a town or city has some ele..."
"I think there's an emerging issue of competition for resources, especially when you see large events moving up the coast absorbing resources as they move."
"Thank you, Madam Secretary, for your service and for your very steadfast and effective work on behalf of our national security."