We have the Kesterson situation in California, similar to this because it was neglected in years past. Now, we are still living with that problem. We want to avoid this at this point. We have recurring responsibilities in this country. We think they should also adhere to the recurring responsibility and have an obligation downstream to help keep that lake alive.
John Myers: “We have the Kesterson situation in California, similar to this because it was neglected in years past. Now, we are still…”
Editor's note · Context
Discussing environmental responsibilities related to water management.
Share
More from John Myers
Of course, the committee will be very pleased to work with the gentleman, as we always have. The committee shares that concern about which we are all interested in saving the salmon and other fish, but at what cost? We have to offset that…
It is with mixed emotions today that I take this floor. After 30 years of service in the House, if seems like only yesterday, January 5, 1967, that I sat in that chair right there, with two little girls by my side, Carol Ann, 11, and Lori…
We have cut headquarters; we have cut the administrative staff quite a little bit. We did not cut the field offices, but we agree with the gentleman. I think there can be a reduction there. I think everyone agrees. We accept the…
The gentleman has discussed this problem, which is an international problem now, with the committee and the committee is very much aware of the situation. But, unfortunately, as we have discussed, we do not have the funds to do everything…





