I agree with Congressman Welch and the work that Ms. Glover's power alliance is doing. I think that is critical. Energy efficiency is probably the least expensive, most efficient--no pun intended--way to get reduction in carbon emissions.

I want to thank all the line crews. The efforts that these men and women have put in going 24/7, 18-hour shifts--certainly in my mid-Willamette Valley, and I am sure it is true down in Texas, too--that they have done everything they can…

We need to make sure that citizens out there aren't withholding Johnny and Suzie from going to school because they think this is all going to be over in a month and a half or two months.

I am working on a bill with Representative McKinley from coal country about what is the future of American energy independence.

Our nation's ports serve as the vital link between our people and the goods they buy for their families.

We must not forget them when crafting these policies.

Without this aid, industries served by ports will not be able to offer essential services.

Congress should recognize the enormous impact this is having by including them in the next package.

The Willamette Falls Locks Commission is recommending a state appropriation of $14.043 million of lottery revenue bonds.

It only costs us more money in the long run if we don't fix it now.

The success that WRDA has had during these divided times is a testament to the committee's willingness to work across the aisle.