I would ask those present here today to consider this scenario: You have materials right in your own backyard, you have facilities to turn it into a sought-after product worth at least $1 billion, maybe more, and a workforce trained and ready to do the work.
Barton emphasizes the potential economic benefits of utilizing local resources and workforce.
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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…
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.
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