If there was a strong, meaningful, bipartisan, political coalition advancing a serious tax proposal it would garner a lot of steam.
Jeff Bingaman
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Jeff Bingaman is a former U.S. Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1983 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his work on energy policy, education, and healthcare. During his tenure, Bingaman played a significant role in shaping legislation related to renewable energy and was a strong advocate for the development of clean energy technologies. He served as the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, where he focused on issues such as energy efficiency and the promotion of alternative energy sources.
Thank you Senator Bingaman, for all you do to support and enhance the Natural Resources of the United States.
We believe this legislation, coupled with the funding outlined in the President's 2010 budget will stop the decline.
I want the Forest Service to have new tools to get out in front of the problem and prevent our forest lands and the taxpayers from getting burned.
The President, President Obama has called for a full and honest accounting of the money we plan to spend.
Mining companies invest huge resources in their mining operations. They need to have the security of tenure.
The committee is conducting a hearing today on 2 bills, S. 796 and S. 140 which will reform the antiquated Mining Law of 1872.
In this age of increasing water scarcity why in the world would Congress agree to open a spigot of polluted water?
the Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2009, comes up for consideration.
Congress needs to address the concerns of these local communities and protect these iconic landscapes.





