Bobby Rush: “It is my hope that today's hearing will shed more light on important issues associated with exporting LNG and coal.”

I am continually concerned about the impact of any new costs on our nation's farmers and, specifically, the energy costs as it relates to minority farmers and consumers.

I certainly want to thank you, Mr. Chairman, for this outstanding hearing this morning.

Discrimination and prejudice absolutely should not be tolerated in any government program, any organization, or any individual.

As such coins melted down so horrifically to cause concern for the rest of the industry.