Bobby Rush: “It is well known that the electricity sector is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas pollution within the United…”

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

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 urge the members of this Select Committee to co-sponsor this important legislation and hope to see it passed before the end of the 117th Congress.

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