Whenever, EPA proposes an action that will protect the air we breathe or the water we drink, industry raises alarms about the purported negative impact on the economy.

I look forward to the testimony today, even though I can't stay for all of it.

I am here though because of some deeply personal ties to the Dominican Republic.

We have got to find ways to get Mexico to take a bigger role in helping Central American nations in partnership with the United States.

It is essential that the administration help us make the case to our constituents here at home, that this money is spent wisely.

I am convinced that in the right situations, Congress will continue to do the right thing.

As disappointments go, Libya ranks pretty high on the list.

What are we doing to try to make sure we are not putting out fires here every day for the next 10, 15, 20 years?

Now is the time for USAID and State to make judicious use of taxpayers' hard earned money to help empower the people of these affected countries economically.

This situation of unaccompanied minors fleeing their homeland is an immediate crisis that demands an immediate response.

I am wondering if we could get your thoughts on that and, to the extent that you can, comment about the continued instability in that region.