Frank Lucas: “I want to thank the gentleman from Colorado for his amendment that would complement the provisions in the bill ensuring…”

“I want to thank the gentleman from Colorado for his amendment that would complement the provisions in the bill ensuring a public nomination process and seeking greater balance. I appreciate the gentleman's efforts to improve this bipartisan bill and look forward to its support as we move forward. I am proud of our Nation's institutions of higher learning that house some of the greatest minds in the world. Students, professors, and researchers circle the globe to come join our coveted academic community. It is important that the EPA reach out to universities and research institutions to find a balanced and diverse set of experts to serve on the Board. I want to thank my colleague from Colorado for his constructive amendment to this bipartisan bill. I yield back the balance of my time.”