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Jim Inhofe

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James Mountain Inhofe is a former United States Senator from Oklahoma, serving from 1994 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Inhofe is known for his strong conservative views, particularly on issues related to national defense and environmental policy. He gained notoriety for his skepticism regarding climate change, famously calling it a hoax. Throughout his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.

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Nov 6, 2013

Would DOD consider eliminating a squadron or wing of ICBMs due to budget cuts?

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Nov 6, 2013

Sequestration will slow our fuze modernization program, upgrades to cryptographic and code handling media...

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Nov 6, 2013

As America retreats from its role as a global leader, we'll have more failed states like Syria and Libya as breeding grounds for terrorism.

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Nov 4, 2013

Would you do an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking and allow comment to be taken on the notice to see if the regulations are even necessary or should be changed?

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Nov 4, 2013

I am very interested in this because, as you look around, you see this huge boon that is taking place right now.

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Nov 4, 2013

Yes, that is right. Of course, you heard my comments in opening statement.

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Nov 4, 2013

I was very pleased to see the results of this study that took place, that we immediately adopt this and discard anything that is in conflict with this.

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Nov 4, 2013

The first hydraulic fracturing that took place was in my State of Oklahoma in 1948.

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Nov 4, 2013

If you don't mind my going a little bit longer, because I won't be able to stay for a second round.

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Nov 4, 2013

I appreciate it, Mr. Chairman. Thank you. Thank you very much. This is one of the areas where we are going to find a lot of agreement with each other.

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Nov 4, 2013

Do you think this should be reauthorized? We have a lot of good programs, Mr. Chairman, of cooperation.

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Nov 4, 2013

So you are contending that we need regulations to force that?

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