Political Quotes

“Mr. Chair, I yield 30 seconds to the gentlewoman from Minnesota (Ms. McCollum), the chairwoman of the subcommittee. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, we should not be facilitating the hunting of species in countries that do not have good domestic conservation programs and have not demonstrated established, sound, science-based management programs. The Interior bill recognizes the importance of these iconic species and the role they play in the ecosystem. It is imperative to conserve these species, especially in light of the recent UN report on biodiversity that warns us that 1 million species face extinction. This amendment supports the committee's efforts to ensure the survival of elephants and lions for future and present generations. I support the amendment.”