04/09/2014
https://congress.gov...
"The fact remains that coal is part of our past, our present and our future, and I believe it will continue to play a pivotal role in fueling our economy."
"$2 per child for mandatory arts programs in our schools is a much better investment."
"the arts are not just for urban areas; they are for those small towns out in rural Idaho and rural North Dakota."
"I look forward to working with you to try to advance the arts in this country. You do an important job."