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Frank Dean Lucas is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 3rd congressional district since 2003. A member of the Republican Party, Lucas has focused on agricultural issues, energy policy, and rural development during his tenure in Congress. He has played a significant role in shaping legislation related to farming and energy production, reflecting the interests of his constituents in a predominantly rural district. Lucas has been involved in various committees, including the House Committee on Agriculture, where he has worked on policies affecting the agricultural sector.
Mr. Benishek, I appreciate you yielding to me. The gentleman's amendment, by requiring FDA to conduct scientific and economic analysis prior to enforcing these regulations, is a step in the right direction. Simply put, it is a step in the…
In closing, I just offer the observation that this en bloc amendment will move us substantially towards completion. I believe we'll continue to work longer this evening. But most assuredly I think now--and the ranking member would probably…
I would say to the ranking member that of course I will work with and cooperate with the ranking member in the minority. We have accomplished so much together in that spirit, and I would be happy to continue to on those particular issues…
I would note to my good friend and colleague that I think he is involved here in a good government measure, and I would encourage my colleagues to support the amendment.
I would just note to the gentlelady I think by the expression on my ranking member's face we both agree this is a good- faith effort to try to make something happen. Therefore we would accept the language.
I wish to yield 1 minute to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
The chair would just note to the gentleman that I think he's got a very interesting concept here. Clearly, we need to talk more about this as we go along. But if my ranking member would nod his head over there, I certainly would be willing…
Reclaiming my time, I thank the gentleman, and I yield back the balance of my time.
I would note to my colleague that I appreciate his issue of concern. I appreciate what I think he is trying to do. But in the nature of the FARRM Bill and the nature of the debate we're at right now, this is not really the environment, and…
I thank the gentleman. I simply want to note, as being an Oklahoman, I have an appreciation for drought issues, and I thank the gentleman for bringing this important topic to our attention. I think we should all vote for the gentleman's…
I thank the gentlelady and simply want to note for the record that I support this amendment, this bipartisan amendment. We should all vote for it.
I appreciate the gentleman's time, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The amendment is withdrawn. Amendment No. 55 Offered by Ms. Herrera Beutler The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 55…
I seek to claim time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Oklahoma is recognized for 5 minutes.
Can I inquire about how much time remains on both sides on this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Oklahoma has 3 minutes remaining. The gentleman from Massachusetts has 1 minute remaining.
I would note that I am the last speaker and would conclude, and would ask if the gentleman would yield me an extra minute or two.
I recognize the gentleman from Washington's concerns about the one-size-fits-all approach of the FDA. In fact, this was among the several concerns we raised during debate in the House when the Food Safety Modernization Act was under…
CFTC reauthorization gives the Committee an opportunity to review the CFTC's operations, examine the pressing issues facing the futures and swaps markets.
The agency's process for writing rules has lacked sequencing and coordination.
Today, nearly 3 years after the Dodd-Frank Act was enacted, numerous Main Street businesses are still waiting to understand how new regulations affect them and their operations.
It is impossible to discuss the CFTC and the future of the CFTC without recognizing the impact of these events on the agency and its response to them.
I appreciate the gentlelady from Tennessee's attempt at reform here. In fact, the farm bill passed by the Agriculture Committee last Congress accomplished the goal of her amendment by preventing USDA from promoting the SNAP program. Our…
All of these bills are intended to restore the balance that I believe can exist between sound regulation and a healthy economy.
Every single bill we will discuss here today is bipartisan with Republicans and Democrats both on the Agriculture Committee and the Financial Services Committee supporting them.
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