"I will not take a back seat when we talk about steel and we talk about mining."
"We need to keep the tariffs on, and I know you support that."
"The jobs and opportunities that mining present in northeastern Minnesota are second to none."
"Hearing held on Tuesday, July 23, 2024."
"I want to thank you all for being here today to discuss these important pieces of legislation."
"The bills we have before us today would continue building on our commitment to an all-of-the-above energy approach, while also reining in executive action that defies logic as well as law."
"Unfortunately, the Department of the Interior has fumbled management of the state program."
"The practical implications of these requirements are devastating."
"We are thrilled with the substance of this legislation, but emphasize the need for proper funding."
"Taking politics out of the assessment process, giving BOEM guardrails and direction is imperative for the future of our nation and energy production."
"The American people deserve an honest oil and gas assessment process."
"The current 5-year plan from BOEM offers only three offshore oil and gas lease sales."