Marcy Kaptur said "this Earth Day season, I rise to represent the heart of the Great Lakes, Lake Erie's Western Basin. Our Great Lakes region is home to the largest system of fresh surface water on Earth. This gift we hold in trust for future generations to come. These fresh waters are not only our heritage, they are our economy, our health, and our source of life. Water and energy are closely linked. At a time when energy demand is rising and energy bills are up 13 percent, we must produce clean energy that lowers costs, creates jobs, and protects our air and water. Northwest Ohio understands stewardship. Through efforts like the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, we have proven that when we steward our environment, especially water and energy, we invest in our people's future. Mr. Speaker, this Earth Day season, let us choose a future that is cleaner, more affordable, and more secure." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordApril 23, 2026

this Earth Day season, I rise to represent the heart of the Great Lakes, Lake Erie's Western Basin. Our Great Lakes region is home to the largest system of fresh surface water on Earth. This gift we hold in trust for future generations to come. These fresh waters are not only our heritage, they are our economy, our health, and our source of life. Water and energy are closely linked. At a time when energy demand is rising and energy bills are up 13 percent, we must produce clean energy that lowers costs, creates jobs, and protects our air and water. Northwest Ohio understands stewardship. Through efforts like the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, we have proven that when we steward our environment, especially water and energy, we invest in our people's future. Mr. Speaker, this Earth Day season, let us choose a future that is cleaner, more affordable, and more secure.

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Marcy Kaptur

Democratic · Ohio

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Editor's note · Context

Addressing the importance of clean water and energy during Earth Day.

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