Greg Walden actually said...

"Now that PURPA has been in place for multiple decades, we can see how it has helped transform the U.S. energy sector, bolstered renewable energy, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions."

"In passing PURPA, Congress took the first step towards competition within the electricity sector by allowing electricity generation to be independent of regulated monopolies for the first time."

"Now is the time for the committee to review PURPA and its associated impacts."

"As a committee with jurisdiction over both Medicare and Medicaid, we have a special obligation to thoughtfully examine this unique opportunity."