Joe Barton: “I believe in states' rights. New York doesn't want to allow hydraulic fracturing, so they don't.”

If we did that and went to a pure market for ethanol, it would work.

As dean of the Texas delegation, I ask unanimous consent that the gentleman from Texas, the Honorable Michael Cloud, be permitted to take the oath of office today. His certificate of election has not arrived, but there is no contest and no…

You can tell that you have been president of a national organization. I am throwing you softballs, and you are being very ecumenical.

I want to thank Congressman Rush for working with me as one of the two lead bipartisan sponsors.