Bobby Rush: “Even with America's energy abundance, the Strategic Petroleum Reserve will remain an important energy security asset.”

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

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

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.

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