Tom Udall

Do you believe there are opportunities for U.S. businesses to engage with developing countries as they work to improve access to renewable energy and improve energy efficiency?

Misbehavior should not be tolerated.

These countries are working together on the IPCC, but they have scientists in their own countries that are reviewing what is said by other scientists.

The United States being at the table as a full member of the United Nations, paying our dues in full and on time, and having the kind of standing that we do enables us to speak with a strong voice

Is it not in our national interest to decrease foreign pollution, especially pollution that is impacting Americans negatively right now?

Climate change is a global challenge that requires a global solution.

It seems to me that this problem is only going to be solved if all of the countries in the world are working together.

It is terrifically important that we try to open up those markets and bring down the barriers and obstacles.

We would like to extend our thanks to Senator Udall, in particular, for his commitment to raising the profile of this issue.

I believe it is also important to highlight the position that this administration has taken to engage the United Nations on many fronts.

Our goal is to finally make some headway and give EPA the ability to set protective standards based on science to protect all Americans from toxic chemicals, especially the most vulnerable populations like pregnant women and young children.

I hope, as we move down the road, we can get into the next 5-year plan.

The history of the Clean Air Act Amendment shows that compliance costs have been far lower than expected when laws are implemented.

The draft rules have been open for public comment and feedback.

Climate change is a serious problem. The American people know it's serious, and they want something done.

Thank you, Chairwoman Murkowski, and good morning and welcome--or good afternoon.

The legislation before this committee today, developed by Senators Tom Udall and David Vitter, represents a critical step forward.

In New Mexico, the aviation industry, like the rest of the economy, is working to recover and is in a struggling phase in many cases.

Given the unacceptable nature of recent VA problems, I'm glad we have new leadership at the VA, both in Washington and in New Mexico.

I have run out of time, if you could very briefly, Carolyn.

Too often veterans are prevented from receiving the care they deserve because of barriers to access.

Thank you very much. Dr. Arroyo, he is pretty amazing.

I really respect the team that you brought in, and this more business like approach to what is an incredibly important issue for veterans in my State and across the country.

The Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act has a proven track record of success over more than a decade.

I just want to reiterate my view that the State of New Mexico has a regulatory role.