It seems as though the environmental community... is downplaying the impact in importance of jobs as it relates to this particular issue.

This highlights the need to have a series of hearings, not just one hearing 2 years ago, but a series of hearings on climate change science.

Let us bring some scientists who can offer independent conclusions about climate change.

I really respect Dr. Jaccard and I respect his accomplishments but that doesn't nullify our request that we have a hearing specifically with scientists.

But, Mr. Chairman, the nature and the subject of this hearing I want to be real clear is not climate change; it is Keystone.

I don't want to see the process short-circuited by the actions of this committee in favor of this bill that is before us.

I wish you would also certainly consider a hearing where we will have some scientists come in and discuss climate change.

I want to thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding today's hearing which is part two on the diversification of the Nation's electricity supply.

But for me, the concerns are regarding the lack of access for minorities and women when it comes to jobs and contracts.

As policymakers, it is our responsibility to ensure that all segments of the population are able to participate in building this critical infrastructure.

Lack of access in pipeline infrastructure is also an issue that I have concerns about.