Joe Barton: “I appreciate the fact that all of our witnesses stayed true.”

I don't want to speak for the Department of Energy, but the draft legislation allows, without going through the appropriation process, funds generated by using this facility for private purposes to be used for maintenance of the facility.

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

Mr. Chairman, my time has expired. Next time I would ask unanimous consent if I could ask the question and then answer it myself so that I could make sure I get the right answer I want.

It is voluntary on a State basis.