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I rise to express my support of the budget resolution we approved today. This was a long and arduous process, but I am pleased that at the end of the day we have a document that both Republicans and Democrats can embrace. I also extend my…
Today I introduce the Brownfields Revitalization and Environmental Restoration Act of 2001. Together with Chairman Bob Smith, Senators Harry Reid, and Barbara Boxer, and other members of the Environment and Public Works Committee, I am…
I think it is a fact that many of our allies are opposed to us going forward with that.
In that case, the additional money totals $1.5 billion. About $150 million of that has been set aside--has been in the past and would be, but for this legislation--for a series of programs that we thought were necessary--indeed, the whole…
I am extremely pleased to cosponsor the bipartisan amendment, offered by my colleague from Alaska, regarding the Land and Water Conservation Fund. The amendment provides $20 million for matching grants to States under the Land and Water…
I strongly support reintroduction of the grizzly bears under the Endangered Species Act. Presently in the lower 48 States, there are only 800 to 1000 bears in scattered pockets of habitat in Idaho, Montana and Washington. Large species…
this is a very complicated subject. It is not only the pronunciation of MTBE that is complicated. The whole area of oxygenates as additives to gasoline adds to the complication that we face. There have been several references, and aptly…
I did say ``phase out,'' that it was to end it. That is the way I read it. Perhaps others may read it differently. My point is, we have a real problem on our hands. We need a little time to examine this, to give attention to the report, to…
The legislation Senator Hatch and I have drafted would address the problem that currently prevents these fuels and vehicles from competing on their own in the market. Incentives to make them less costly will stimulate demand and permit the…
it is a rare opportunity when we can provide assistance to one of our nation's most vulnerable groups: children in the foster care program. Currently, Independent Living Programs for older foster children end at their 18th birthday…
I will support the motion to table, not because I am opposed to properly carrying out this military campaign but because I believe that setting this resolution aside today will give NATO a better chance to achieve our military objectives…
Today, at the administration's request, I am introducing the Disaster Mitigation Act of 1999. This bill is designed to promote pre-disaster mitigation and streamline the operations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Last…
I am honored to cosponsor the resolution honoring Mo Udall, introduced by Senator McCain. Mo Udall was one of those rare figures who defines description. A great statesman, a forceful environmentalist, a civil rights champion, a talented…
today I am pleased to join other members of the Committee on Environment and Public Works in introducing the Water Resources Development Act of 1999. This measure, similar to water resources legislation enacted in 1986, 1988, 1990, 1992…
Mr. President today, I am introducing legislation which will allow the private sector to take a more active role in building and operating our nation's highway infrastructure. The Highway innovation and Cost Savings Act will allow the…
today, Senator Durbin and I are introducing ``Permanent Brady,'' which would establish a mandatory 3 day cooling off period before the purchase of a handgun. I am under no illusion that Permanent Brady will cure the problem of handgun…
the Senate has been held in the grip of the impeachment trial for the past six weeks. The House has been involved in the impeachment process for the past six months, and the Nation has been divided over the actions and fate of the…
The version of H.R. 2204 that first passed the House last year included a section that made a change to the Clean Water Act to clarify liability concerns of the oil spill response industry. The Senate-passed H.R. 2204 on Monday, October…
Yes, we expect it would. The situation the Senator describes is exactly the type of situation that we would expect could be addressed by EDA. In fact, I would direct the senator's attention to the bill's new Section 2(a)(1), which…
Section 301(a) sets the basic eligibility requirements for economically distressed areas. These criteria are intended to ensure that EDA assistance is targeted to truly distressed communities. The third criterion, which you mention, is…
I am pleased that this package of fish and wildlife bills is being considered by the Senate today. It is a package that combines some very popular bills with some wonderful conservation initiatives approved by the Committee on Environment…
this bill contains a rider that addresses methyl bromide use. It is an anti-environmental rider offered by a few members of the other party, and slipped into the bill by the conference committee. It has not been debated by either body, and…
H.R. 8 was developed to address part of the air pollution in southern California that has proven difficult to control. The pollution source in question is emissions from cars and trucks crossing into the San Diego area from Mexico. Those…
I introduced this bill last July on behalf of the administration. S. 2317 makes several changes to the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966. First, it removes three areas from the Refuge System that have lost the…
twice during this Congress, the Senate has debated reforming the manner in which campaign funds are raised and spent. A majority of Senators clearly believes that the current system is in need of reform. Progress has been made during this…
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