Joe Barton: “What the EPA is attempting to do here in Florida with regards to water quality is very similar to what the EPA is trying…”

We are just trying to adopt the SPR to the modern situation.

My Texas pride doesn't need to be hurt by that, is what you are telling me.

I think it's good to have this and I think it's very good that we try to work to tighten up and, as the gentlelady just said, let's determine what the real intent is and then legislate accordingly.

Truth is a powerful drug. Use it sparingly.