It is clear today, maybe more so than in 1970, that there is a global connection through the environment.

We must also strive as global citizens toward safer drinking water and cleaner air at home and abroad.

Earth Day matters. It raises the awareness of Americans and is a catalyst for positive change.

Earth Day must also serve as a reminder that even today, we still have a need for improvement.

Earth Day has been a catalyst for the enactment of some of our nation's most important laws.

I challenge my colleagues to work towards its passage.

I am proud of my strong environmental voting record.

Environmental Justice matters.

We must begin to eliminate the mentality that our nation's poorest communities can be used as dumping grounds for our industrial achievements.

Mr. Speaker, as a member of this body, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge Earth Day.

Environmental Justice matters. We must begin to eliminate the mentality that our nation's poorest communities can be used as dumping grounds for our industrial achievements.