Political Quotes

“In Louisiana, we understand quite clearly how good environmental policy, economic policy, energy policy march hand in hand. We also know that the men and women who work on these rigs are our friends, our neighbors, our family, and safety is first. We also know from experts across the industry that this proposed rule is a one-size-fits-all proposal that increases risk. It makes it more risky, and we will not stand to allow this rule to go forward. That is why I urge the adoption of this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Boustany). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Louisiana will be postponed. Announcement by the Acting Chair The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, proceedings will now resume on those amendments printed in House Report 114-683 on which further proceedings were postponed, in the following order: Amendment No. 1 by Ms. Castor of Florida. Amendment No. 3 by Mr. Himes of Connecticut. Amendment No. 8 by Mr. Ellison of Minnesota. Amendment No. 9 by Mr. Norcross of New Jersey. Amendment No. 10 by Mr. Beyer of Virginia. Amendment No. 11 by Mr. Huffman of California. Amendment No. 12 by Ms. Castor of Florida.…”