"In order to maintain our leadership, we must strategically prioritize our government investments."
"It is truly an honor and a privilege."
"Civil and general aviation is responsible for 11.8 million jobs in the U.S. and generates 5.4 percent of our gross domestic product."
"Every day there is a risk at the flare, which could be addressed at a fraction of the cost."
"It is penny-wise and pound-foolish for us to not address this critical safety issue that is present right now in the Houston Ship Channel."
"As you know, the Port of Houston and the Houston Ship Channel is one the busiest, if not the busiest, port in the Nation at the time."
"I worry that regulations associated with climate change will increase the costs of energy to American citizens."
"I believe that we have a duty to be responsible stewards of our environment, and I think that is reflected in the tremendous strides we have made with air quality over the last few decades."