"And the $75 million that is appropriated in fiscal year 2018 is also the level included in the Reed bill."
"But if it is sold to a private entity doesn't mean it is ranked commercialized; it was being used for defense-related purposes."
"I am not interested in Clean Air Act amendments that will result in dirtier air."
"Do you believe this discussion draft is just the latest attempt to create new loopholes to enable these sources to avoid some of the NSR program's requirements such as installing pollution controls?"
"the President's budget request proposes a 74 percent cut to smart grid research, a 67 percent cut to clean energy transmission and reliability, and an 81 percent cut to energy storage R&D."
"I am concerned that EPA is increasingly allowing polluters to set the agenda and threaten public health with minimal accountability."
"Congress must hold this Administrator accountable on behalf of the American people."
"The Agency's political leadership is pursuing a different agenda."
"Sir, I think this boils down to an issue of trust, and you have developed a system where you are picking winners and losers."
"I believe it is hypocritical."
"The President has called for a nearly 30 percent cut at EPA which would severely impair the Agency's ability to fulfill its mission, to safeguard public health, and our environment."