I remain concerned that whatever our way forward may be, how best we secure those gains, that we don't trade them away in a reconciliation process.

I appreciate the efforts, especially Congresswoman Davis, in terms of making sure that we at least provide some element, female presence in the Afghan national security forces.

Right now, there are unprecedented and proactive partnerships throughout the West working to conserve sage brush habitat.

There exists tremendous momentum to complete the Federal land management plans and strengthen state conservation efforts.

Thank you, Chairman Bishop, for holding this hearing before the Full Committee on Natural Resources.

I remain very opposed to having the Atlantic included in these proposed lease sales, and I do hope that it will be taken off the list.

I am troubled by the recent tasking of an additional 1,500 troops to Iraq.

I have voted against a short-term authorization to train and equip the moderate Syrian forces.

Just to thank you both here. Between you and our previous panel, I think we have begun an important discussion around a lot of issues.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

the issue of service verification really seems to be the main issue at hand.