Jeff Merkley actually said...

"We are very concerned about understanding exactly the role of forests in carbon absorption and storage or as often referred to as sequestration."

"Is it the case that these CCC projects, both existing and the proposed play a significant role in giving a lot of youth a second chance?"

"Forests are integral to the identity of my home State of Oregon."

"I really look forward to working with the subcommittee and with you all to see this vision move to reality of the new Civilian Climate Corps."