Suzanne Bonamici

I share Mr. Swalwell's concerns as someone who has constituents along the Cascadia's adduction zone.

I think I have to submit that it is easier to replace a house than a planet, if we have the kind of damage that could come from climate change.

Now we must shift the debate to planning and discuss what actions we should take to mitigate the environmental, economic, and health effects.

The reality of climate change is increasingly impossible to deny.

Because a preponderance of scientific evidence shows that human activity is leading to changes in the global climate, I submit that all climate issues have become 'policy-relevant.'

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I know that Mr. Blumenauer has grandchildren. I don't yet. We owe it not only to the current generation, but to future generations to take action on these important issues.

The integration of arts and design into STEM learning is a way to enhance that learning.

I hope that we don't spend our time today condemning American scientists and researchers simply because they are affiliated with a research university.

I noted provisions that will not improve the Science Advisory Board structure or operation, but that instead would likely limit the quality of scientific advice the EPA receives.

I am sure my colleagues agree that, if and where there are problems in a government entity for which the mission is to protect public health and the environment, we should be steadfast in identifying any problem and work together to find…

Many of those constituents tell me that what they need from the EPA is consistency and efficiency.

I am sure that my colleagues agree that if and when there are problems in a government entity for which the mission is to protect public health and the environment, we should be steadfast in identifying any problem and work together to…

If the EPA scientific process is viewed as being biased, or less than willing to consider every point of view, their credibility suffers.

The Department of Labor's 2012 final rule to protect workers in the H-2B program. This is being challenged...

Because of the current system that allows for self-attestation regarding efforts to recruit U.S. workers...

Both Senator Jeff Merkley and Representative Peter DeFazio have filed amicus briefs in this litigation.

I wanted to reiterate the comments of my colleagues about the importance of comprehensive immigration reform.

Thank you very much, Chairman Kline and Ranking Member Miller, for holding this important hearing today.

I think that one thing that should be available to all schools is enough counselors and enough social workers and mentors for the children.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

I think it is important that the public know how much space exploration and space science impacts our everyday lives.

In Oregon, schools are also focused on creating emergency plans for natural disasters.

Counselors and social workers in particular can play a vital role in the development of youth, as I've seen time and time again.

I have had the opportunity to talk to so many children who are incarcerated. One person could help them through a bad day, anger, bullying, mommy and daddy getting a divorce, mommy getting beat-up the night before.

Many of my colleagues today have focused on school safety with respect to violence in schools.