Joe Barton: “to close the debate, I yield the remaining 30 seconds to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Upton).”

Before Congressman Hensarling leaves, I just want to commend him for his service and tell him what a privilege it has been for me to serve with him and to know him as a friend. We are both retiring, and we are both, so far as I know, going…

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

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.

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