Jul 8, 2015
The EPA must consider the costs of its decisions and weigh those costs against any potential benefits.
Lamar Smith
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Lamar Smith is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 21st congressional district from 1987 to 2019. During his tenure, he served as the chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where he focused on issues related to science policy, technology, and innovation. Smith was known for his advocacy of scientific research and development, as well as his support for policies aimed at promoting economic growth through technological advancements.
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Jul 8, 2015
These regulations stifle economic growth, destroy American jobs, and increase energy prices.
Jul 8, 2015
This plan is nothing more than a 'Power Grab' to give the government more control over Americans' daily lives.
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: environmental programs and management…
Jul 7, 2015
I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Smith). The amendment was agreed to. {time} 1800 Amendment Offered by Mr. Huffman
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield the balance of my time to the gentleman from Utah (Mr. Chaffetz), the chairman of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I offer this amendment together with my colleagues and fellow committee chairmen, Mr. Conaway from Texas and Mr. Chaffetz from Utah. The amendment addresses the Environmental Protection Agency's continuing pattern of…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill, before the short title, insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Speaker, dangerous policies have deadly consequences. We were reminded of this last week when a young woman in San Francisco, Kate Steinle, was tragically murdered by an illegal immigrant who should have been deported long ago. Unknown…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I thank the chairman for his comments. I very much appreciate his support. I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chairman, I claim time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Minnesota is…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this amendment reflects the core principles of two bills passed by the House earlier this year with bipartisan support. They are H.R. 1029, the EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act, and H.R. 1030, the Secret Science Reform…
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