Political Quotes

“In summation, as you have heard tonight, the Endangered Species Act, signed into law 50 years ago--and I think you probably picked this up--was designed to do two things: It was designed to prevent the species from going extinct and to promote its recovery. We need to return to that mission. We need to work with landowners and local governments, Tribes, and always keep the well- being of the species in mind in that work. Mr. Speaker, we also need to be transparent for the American people. There is just too much at stake for us not to be. As members of the Congressional Western Caucus, we are going to continue to elevate the voice of the people of rural America on important issues like the Endangered Species Act and so many others. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. ____________________”