I applaud those remarks, and I support them strongly, but I would like to hear more about what is actually going to be done in these areas.

The failure of companies who knowingly refused to implement the necessary safeguards to prevent this disaster, and it was a failure of governmental policies and regulators that did not apply the proper oversight.

The blowout was not the product of decisions made by a rogue industry or government officials.

It is not to debate whether one supports or opposes offshore drilling. It is to make sure that we don't let this happen again.

Congress must take action, do our part to prevent the disasters like this from happening again.

We cannot turn a blind eye on this issue.

It is in everyone's best interest, including industry, to not let this happen again.

The legislation Democrats introduced today creates a permanent scientific group.

I am strongly in favor of additional water development and believe that the project contemplated by this legislation will be a boon to the entire region.

Our water resources are precious in New Mexico. Without a reliable water supply, we cannot improve human health, protect our cultures and traditions, or grow economies.

I want to thank Congressman Lujan for his leadership in working with the Four Pueblos...