"What does--what is the impact when the rules are designed to protect the environment and public health, safety and financial security and then there are also the regulations that are taking the longes..."
"From its inception I strongly supported this policy and the goals that it was first enacted to do."
"It is imperative that we also examine the impact of the RFS in regards to climate change for those who are concerned about this very, very critical issue."
"I am most interested, Mr. Chairman, in hearing about the impact of the RFS on food and agricultural prices as well as the issues surrounding the gasoline ethanol blend wall."
"the issue of RFS seems to have morphed into an all or nothing scenario where there is no room for common ground or compromise."
"I hope the reform efforts do not end there, and that we can consider more fundamental reforms that restore common sense and balance to the appliance efficiency standards program."
"Historically, energy efficiency has proven to mean the low hanging fruit that has brought both parties together legislatively, while also making our country safer, more secure, and more attentive to t..."
"By DOE's own estimation, American families save close to $63 billion as a result of their energy bills going down."
"The efficiency standards led to net job creation in every single State."
"I want to thank you again, Mr. Chairman."
"I introduced a bill that will give the FTC the authority to protect consumers from unfair and deceptive practices by nonprofit organizations."
"I want to thank Congressman Rush for his efforts to protect consumers."