"We have science-based targets that we cannot afford to miss."
"I say yes. Chairman Pallone says yes. Every Member on this side of the aisle says yes."
"We simply cannot afford to delay any longer. And we must discuss ways to help communities better adapt to the changes that we are already seeing."
"This hearing is the start of our efforts to maintain U.S. leadership and to put us on the path to a low-carbon and more prosperous future."
"No, it is absolutely vital that the Congress and this country provide some bold national policies to get there and to tackle the challenges ahead."
"The time is short now to avoid the worst impacts and the escalating costs of the climate crisis."
"We are facing the crisis of our generation. The climate crisis threatens all of our districts, all of our communities, as well as America's national security, our economic prosperity, the health of ou..."
"The devastating effects of unchecked climate change--do not know partisan or political boundaries. They affect all of us."
"Will we have the clarity of mind and conscience to choose to address climate change with the urgency that scientists say is necessary? I say yes."
"The very real and urgent threat of climate change is not just the issue of the day, it is the issue of our time."
"Hon. Paul Tonko, a Representative in Congress from the State of New York, opening statement."