Yes. And I think you followed--that was my follow-up question. Why would that--why is it important that the states at least have some role?
Editor's note · Context
Shimkus emphasizes the need for state authority in environmental decision-making.
Share
More from John Shimkus
I claim the time in opposition. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Illinois is recognized for 5 minutes.
This new round of sanctions should send a clear and direct message that any attempts to interfere with the Belarusian people's inalienable rights to freedom, democracy, and the rule of law will not be tolerated. Mr. Speaker, let it be…
So, to keep cost out of this debate is ridiculous, because it does cost money to meet these standards, and when you try to cheap out, you hurt the very people that you are supposed to locally protect.
It is our responsibility as policymakers to closely examine the costs, the effectiveness, and other impacts of the environmental policies that affect energy.





