The last thing we need is more regulation coming from the EPA. I think they're out of control.

I am concerned with what the scientific data from USGS on the presence of pesticides in surface and ground waters says about the effectiveness of current regulatory practices in protecting human health and the water-related environment.

there could actually be adverse environmental consequences: Waterways could become clogged with vegetation, depriving farmers and downstream states of much-needed water; pests could devastate forest canopies, raising temperatures of…

I'm afraid that if we don't do something about this many producers could be driven out of business.

Clearly the threshold issue here is whether or not the current FIFRA process provides sufficient protection to our nation's waters or whether enforcement under the Clean Water Act would provide an additional tool.

I think it is important to have a mix, but in terms of immediate impact on the economy, government spending doesn't have the issue that tax cuts do.

I never once heard a student say, 'God, I wish I had a choice.'

let me start by taking this opportunity to commend both the House and Senate conferees on crafting this compromise legislation that will create and preserve nearly 3.5 million jobs here in America and will set our Nation on a course toward…

I rise in support of S. 3035, a bill to temporarily extend programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965. At the beginning of February, the House took the next step in the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act in passing H.R. 4137…

let me just close by thanking also the great deal of support we had on the Republican side of the aisle for this bill. I also want to thank the flight attendants for their tireless advocacy of their bill and the many long hours of work…

I rise with profound sadness to recognize a fallen marine from my district, Lance Corporal Jordan Christian Haerter who was only 19 years old when he was killed in Iraq last week. Lance Corporal Haerter was from the small Peconic Bay…

The chairman's mark is $6.9 billion above the fiscal year 2008 enacted level for education and $7.1 billion above the President's request for education. Mr. Etheridge just talked about the 47 programs that the President's budget cuts but…

at least President Bush is consistent. Like the other seven budgets that he has submitted to this Congress, it is no surprise that his eighth and final request continues to reflect spectacularly flawed priorities. There was some debate…

it is all too rare when we in the majority and the President arrive at a consensus. So it's welcome news that we agree on relief Americans need in today's economy should come in the form of a stimulus bill. Targeted tax breaks and…

I rise to call upon my leadership to address an urgent need in my district that is affecting other areas across the country as well. Two weeks ago, the cap on H-2B immigration visas for seasonal workers was reached. Consequently, many…

Mr. Speaker, a congressional override of this Presidential veto is absolutely imperative to ensure the safety and viability of our Nation's water infrastructure. For the President to veto this legislation under the guise of fiscal…

it is with honor and with a profound sadness that I rise to recognize Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy of the United States Navy, who last week was posthumously awarded our Nation's highest award for valor: the Medal of Honor. Among my…

I rise tonight as a proud cosponsor of the Foreclosure Tax Relief Act. I commend its cosponsor, my colleague from Ohio, Mr. Space, as well as the chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, Mr. Rangel, for agreeing to take up legislation…

Very simply, my amendment would make it easier for those who owned fixed-foundation homes on leased land to receive a reverse mortgage. Current law allows seniors who own fixed-foundation homes on leased land to receive a reverse mortgage…

For a period of time before I came to the Congress, I was the senior administrator in a college. I had a very simple rule when I was faced with a decision. That rule was: Is the decision I'm about to make in the best interest of students…

It is imperative that we go to conference on this bill and that we pass the College Cost Reduction Act. It provides us with an unprecedented opportunity to help students afford college and to do so at no new cost to the taxpayer. Let me…

I rise on the solemn occasion of the 11th anniversary of the crash of TWA Flight 800. Many Americans remember where they were when they heard the shocking and tragic news about Flight 800 when it crashed off the southern shore of Long…

I have many good things to say about this bill. I urge my colleagues to support it, but let me focus on a couple of quick things. First, it is a long overdue and much-needed infusion of support for Federal need-based financial aid…

I think it is, as I said before, a perfectly reasonable idea but also one that represents, I believe, an imperative. I think even the most ardent supporters of our presence in Iraq must recognize the enormous strain that a prolonged…

I thank Congressman Israel for yielding, and I also thank him for organizing this special order, something I think that is long overdue. And let me also thank my friend and colleague from New York's Second Congressional District for his…