Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my support for the York River Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2013. I want to thank my friend and colleague, Representative Pingree, for her leadership on this bill. A healthy York River is important to the economic and environmental vitality of Southern Maine. The river is used daily by fishermen and recreational boat users, and its beauty is a significant part of the tourist economy that is so integral to Southern Maine. The river is an important home for wildlife, providing a home to more than 100 waterbirds and 28 species of fish. This important legislation would create a study to determine whether or not the York River and its tributaries should be included in the Wild and Scenic Rivers Program. The study would help evaluate current and future demands on the river, and determine whether or not extra federal protection is necessary to keep the river strong and healthy. Individuals, businesses, and wildlife depend on the York River. We must keep it strong and healthy for years to come. I urge my colleagues to vote in favor of this bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Hastings) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2197. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill was passed. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”