John Shimkus

No one is above the law. Congress must hold this Administrator accountable on behalf of the American people.

One problem I have with the RFS is the severe costs it has placed on smaller independent refiners.

I have some deep concerns about going forward with the RFS as it stands today.

One potential flaw with the RFS and the CAFE/Greenhouse Gas is that the two programs have never been fully coordinated with one another.

This subcommittee has jurisdiction over the EPA programs affecting transportation fuels and vehicles, most significantly the Renewable Fuel Standard.

Fred Upton went down this rabbit hole on the long-term aspects of different drugs that aren't addictive.

You need to help us figure out how we can do that because I think----

I really want to ensure that those who have chronic pain do not get thrown under the bus.

Our challenge is to stop people from being hooked and then deal with those who are addicted.

You can blame it on leadership.

If the gentleman would sustain, it's languishing in leadership, not the Senate.

Congress needs to do something, and thank you for holding this hearing.

The legislation authored by Chairman Shimkus that was overwhelmingly reported out of this committee last year is an important step toward dealing with that issue.

I think the United States is losing or has lost its edge in nuclear power and we've given it to other countries.

We must have a functioning nuclear waste management program.

The most important policy to help my constituents return to work is a strong positive outlook for our Nation's domestic nuclear industry.

The commercial nuclear energy industry supports thousands of high-paying jobs, funds local school districts, and provides reliable, clean, baseload electricity around the clock.

Illinois produces the largest share of nuclear-generated electricity in the country.

Welcome to our hearing this morning as we examine the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's fiscal year 2019 budget proposal.

I believe there is an important role for nuclear energy to play in addressing global climate change, but I want to make perfectly clear that safety must come first.

I would encourage the industry supporters in Congress to consider having that conversation.

It is refreshing to see an administration that is committed to following the law.

In October, the plant's owner announced it was suspending operations at the site due to market conditions for uranium.

We are proud to be the birthplace of nuclear technology.

I believe I have the right to close, and I reserve the balance of my time.