"Mr. Tonko's bill would create a new program specifically for what it defines as the New York-New Jersey Watershed."
"I am proud to represent New York's Capital Region, a community and economy that is inextricably linked to the historic Hudson and Mohawk Rivers that flow nearby."
"Our water resources serve as sources of drinking water for millions of people, provide habitats for more than 200 fish species, and support critical outdoor recreation and tourism industries."
"The Hudson River is the nation's largest Superfund site. Hazardous waste and legacy chemicals remain unacceptably high, threatening the health and safety of ecosystems, wildlife, and human health thro..."
"The public-private partnerships that have allowed the space industry to flourish over the last 60 years will continue to be the cornerstone of safe and successful commercial space activities."
"It is imperative that no matter what Administration is in the White House and no matter who is at the helm of our Federal agencies, scientific research can be relied upon as a safe launch to deepen ou..."
"wildfires and wildfire smoke impact communities and economies in every corner of the Nation."
"they will only worsen, putting our communities at more danger if we do not address the threat of climate change."
"opening statement"
"I begin by recognizing and thanking our witness, Mr. Goffman, as well as the EPA's staff..."
"I want to be clear that I do not necessarily have a problem with the GREET model, but this bill would give preferential treatment to only two types of biofuels while requiring other fuels to use other..."
"I encourage EPA to move forward to operationalize these pathways and to distribute credits in a manner that promotes the most equitable buildout of EV charging infrastructure."