Michael Regan: “I have heard the stories; I have seen with my own eyes the struggle many families have for clean air and clean water.”

The mission of the EPA is to protect public health and the environment, look at cost-effective technologies to do so, and ensure that this country can remain globally competitive.

Americans are already starting to see higher prices and fewer choices because of regulation, and we can expect it will only get worse as these rules really kick into high gear.

Communities will be left behind if the government shuts down, but those communities that are already disproportionately impacted will be further left behind.

It is vital for public health and for our economy. Our Nation's water infrastructure is crumbling, which will have an impact on our global competitiveness.