Earl Blumenauer: “One I would point out deals with placing a higher priority on conservation.”

I have 190 days left in Congress, so I have been spending time on issues that bring people together rather than divide them.

I can speak confidently for House Democrats when I say we are firmly committed to reauthorization of AGOA and HOPE before their expiration next year.

But reauthorizing the programs without improving them is a missed opportunity.

I seek the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.