"Natural resources have always been a critical part of Colorado's economy."
"We need to build on what is working in states and communities across this great country."
"Today we're examining the escalating risks and costs of the climate crisis."
"In 2017, the U.S. faced the highest single total cost related to extreme weather events on record, totaling over $312 billion."
"The alternative isn't just unacceptable, it's dangerous and very costly to everyone."
"Experts say that we should be investing more to avoid disasters in the first place."
"I look forward to working with you to ensure that we can develop a government response or perhaps proactive approach to resiliency that our Nation deserves."
"2017 and 2018 were the costliest back-to-back years for weather disasters ever recorded."
"Mr. Levin, you are recognized for 5 minutes."
"the EU has set clear and coherent emissions reductions targets and goals consistent with the Paris Agreement."
"I think it is clear that we need to raise the consciousness of the American people, businesses, and hardworking folks about the escalating risk in cost of the climate crisis."