Bobby Rush: “I fully support the objectives of both the energy savings performance contracts, or ESPCs, and the utility energy…”

I certainly want to thank you, Mr. Chairman. This has been a very, very informative hearing, and I thank you for it.

It's imperative we safeguard both these program titles for our national security and the economic viability of U.S. farmers and ranchers.

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

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.