Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 16, 2012
I think it is time to recognize the limitations of this and move away from what really is a, it is not, it is not a policy that follows commonsense.
Said by
Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Burgess advocates for reevaluating an outdated policy on ethanol.

Share & report

More from Michael Burgess

Sep 24, 2024

Madam Speaker, for the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. McGovern), pending which I yield myself such time as I may consume. During consideration of this resolution, all time…

Congressional Record · 2024-09-24
Dec 4, 2024

Mr. Speaker, I thank you for that admonition. I will try to be careful to keep that in mind during my closing remarks. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, the gentleman from Massachusetts is correct. He has…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-04
Sep 24, 2024

Madam Speaker, I yield myself 2 minutes. The rules brought forth today, two are closed, but in both instances, neither received an amendment in which to make in order. If there are no amendments, by definition, then it is a closed rule. I…

Congressional Record · 2024-09-24
Dec 4, 2024

Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, may I inquire whether the gentleman wants to answer the CBO question or whether he wants me to close?

Congressional Record · 2024-12-04

Other voices in this conversation