Steve Buyer: “Mr. Chairman, for far too long the Federal Government, I believe, has usurped the 10th amendment of the U.S.…”

“Mr. Chairman, for far too long the Federal Government, I believe, has usurped the 10th amendment of the U.S. Constitution. That specific intent of our Founding Fathers was to recognize States rights. This usurpation has stifled the growth of not only the Nation's business because of the cost of compliance with many Federal mandates, but I am also very pleased that finally this body will recognize States rights and will insure that States and local communities are allowed to determine how best to resolve their problems. It must also be fully aware of the burdens it is placing on the business community and those in the public sector. You see, many across this Nation, elected officials, local responsible leaders, have been called, challenged to solve many of many of the local problems, create economic growth and development and provide necessary services at minimal cost. However, the Federal Government for years has been redefining the responsibilities of the local level as being held to comply with Federal regulations, forcing them to sift through the Federal bureaucracy to obtain grants and Federal assistance. The time is now to stop that. Let us pass this bill.”