Political Quotes

“Mr. President, today I wish to recognize David J. Hayes, who stepped down on June 28, 2013, from his position as Deputy Secretary of the Department of the Interior, and I ask consent that the following remarks about him and his service be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Selected Remarks on the Work of Deputy Secretary David J. Hayes elected officials and cabinet secretaries President of the United States Barack Obama: ``David's leadership at the Department of the Interior has played an important role in my Administration's efforts to expand domestic energy production, including renewable energy as well as America's oil and natural gas resources. His expertise has helped shape our approach to conservation and our efforts to combat climate change, and as the Chair of the interagency working group on energy development in Alaska he has ensured that decisions we make regarding the Arctic are based on the best science. I am also grateful for David's work to help usher in important water rights and legal settlements that will help restore trust and strengthen our relationship with Indian Country.'' Sally Jewell, Secretary of Interior: ``David has been a key architect for nearly every significant initiative undertaken at Interior over the last four years,'' said Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell.…”