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“this has been a model. This program works. The Reagan administration approved Michigan's program. The Clinton administration approved New Jersey's program. Then Florida's program was approved by the Trump administration and then defended by the Biden administration. This is something we should agree on, bipartisan support to help protect the environment. Mr. Chair, it is Florida, Michigan, and New Jersey, but here are the States that are in line, that say we want to protect our own environment, too: Alaska, Arizona, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, North Dakota, Oregon, and Virginia. They are all in line to fight for their own State and protect the environment in their own State. As I wrap up, I thank Chairman Graves for his leadership, as well as Congressman Collins and Congressman Rouzer. They have all said we need to step up. Our environment is worth fighting for, and that is what the Bean amendment does. I ask for your support. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.”