Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Federal lands account for as much as 86 percent of the land area in certain Western States, and these same States account for 75 percent of our Nation's metals production. The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act is needed to ensure that we have certainty of access to these essential mineral deposits. If we want to encourage investment in safe, responsible, clean mining practices that provide billions in taxes that support our roads, bridges, schools, and other essential services, along with the essential materials to the American people, then we also need to support H.R. 2925. Madam Speaker, really quick, you are hearing the other side of the aisle not necessarily debate the actual legislation. We have heard them talk about the process. When you can't debate the legislation, then you go after the process. This is a very, very good piece of legislation, and I look forward to it passing in just the next hour or so. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”