Joe Barton
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Joe Barton is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 6th congressional district from 1985 to 2019. During his tenure, Barton served as the chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where he played a significant role in shaping energy policy and telecommunications legislation. He was known for his advocacy of fossil fuel interests and his support for deregulation in the energy sector.
Sep 7, 2011
the EPA has issued a plethora of regulations, whether intended or not, that have the actual effect of reducing jobs
Sep 7, 2011
But because of all the things that we have done over the past 40 years, the number of birth defects because of mercury is, I would think, significantly down.
Sep 7, 2011
Is there any community you went through that you didn't see a plant that had been shut down?
Sep 7, 2011
One of the rules that we are looking at is cement. I have got three cements plants in my Congressional district.
Sep 7, 2011
I want to stipulate that I think you and Mrs. Jackson are people of good character and integrity.
Aug 8, 2011
I want to compliment the non-committee congressmen and women that are here. They don't have to be here.
Aug 8, 2011
I don't think I will take 5 minutes, Mr. Chairman. I do want to compliment you on holding this hearing.
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