James Oberstar: “reclaiming my time, but because the lake waters are contaminated, the fish are probably not fit for sustainable human…”

I rise in support of H.R. 5301. This bill extends a provision prohibiting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and States from requiring permits under Section 402 of the Clean Water Act for certain discharges that are incidental to…

I have worked with the gentleman and our committee staff to craft this language. It's important to note that these are not taxpayer dollars paying for restoration, but rather proceeds from a penalty provided in this provision that is very…

The FAA in January of this year initiated a process to address the issues created by the so-called ``through-the-fence'' agreements. They formed a policy review team to gather information, evaluate the concerns, decide what kind of action…

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding and her strong, stout defense of the Railroad Retirement program; Mr. Perriello for his leadership and advocacy for the bill supporting the goals and ideals of Railroad Retirement Day; and for the…