It is a vital and important fisheries resource for not just the Gulf States, but for the United States, generally speaking.
There's been a lot of public concern expressed about the effects on the Gulf of Mexico from the BP Oil spill.
We need leadership at this time more than ever.
Mr. Chairman, thank you very much for scheduling this hearing and inviting witnesses to appear and discuss the budget request for the next f...
That is very welcome news and good to hear, and also, a reason to compliment the leadership of our United States Army.
I think the presence of this panel illustrates how complicated and challenging the writing of a farm bill is going to be for this Committee.
We thank you for your service to the country and your dedication to your role in helping protect the security interests of our great country...
Mr. Chairman, I join you with pleasure in welcoming the Secretary and the Chairman to the hearing and all of you who are attending this very...
The President's fiscal year 2013 budget request shows a decrease in funding for nearly every important Civil Works account.
Might it be more prudent to invest in alternatives that have the necessary components for economic viability in the near-term...
I do not know of any hotter seat in the country right now than yours, looking at the gasoline prices at the pumps.