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Ed Whitfield is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, who served Kentucky's 1st congressional district from 1995 to 2017. During his tenure, he was known for his work on energy and commerce issues, particularly in relation to the energy sector and healthcare. Whitfield played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at reforming the Affordable Care Act and addressing energy policy in the United States. He was also involved in initiatives related to veterans' affairs and agriculture, reflecting the interests of his constituents in rural Kentucky.
I've had the opportunity to serve many years with the gentleman from Illinois, who's the ranking member of this subcommittee, and have a great deal of respect and admiration for him. But I would point out to him that this legislation does…
I am sure other Members of this committee can talk about the impact that pipelines have on their District.
It is our intention to craft a pipeline safety bill that enhances current authorities and can provide greater protection for our infrastructure, communities, and the environment.
And would you say that the tenure of that would be a violation of the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 if you are trying to have a collegial atmosphere and provide transparency and information, what has been testified to by these people…
We respectfully request that you fully endorse the House Bill 2054 authored and introduced by Congressman Ed Whitfield for successful passage of the House by concurrent support by you and your colleagues in the U.S. Senate.
it is going to expedite the cleanup of the canisters, some of which have been there for 60 years.
This is an important piece of legislation, and it makes a lot of sense for the reasons that I have already stated.
Simply put, the Department of Energy has failed to realize the value of the uranium tails and as a result they have already lost the taxpayers roughly $3.6 billion.
When I listened to Mr. Waxman's opening statement, he almost convinced me to oppose this legislation.
And at least this legislation would provide additional funding for that fund?
Yes, we could take those additional steps. It would certainly cost a lot of additional money.
it is not going to cost the government any money to implement this legislation.
H.R. 2054 is a simple bill. It initiates a 2-year pilot program to re-enrich the uranium tails.
I think all of us are encouraging people to develop alternative fuels, but to be spending this kind of money on failed projects is just irresponsible in my view.
today we are going to be discussing a more comprehensive plan to explore ways to produce the necessary energy for the American people.
Well, I think the logical conclusion is that it was political. It was done to help Harry Reid.
This is, in my view, a perfect example of a wasteful Federal Government on a very important project.
I think it is very difficult myself to come to any conclusion except that this Administration is ignoring the law
A secure grid is of utmost importance to our national security, of course, and our national economic interests.
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