T. Gorton: “Given the threat to the health of those exposed to the contaminated drinking water, I would support whatever assistance…”

I expect that the $2.5 million grant program administered by NFWF will leverage at least $2.5 million overall in additional, nonfederal funds.

The Senator is correct. Section 156 states, ``nothing in this section shall be construed to expand the existing statutory authority of the Secretary.'' The interpretation suggested by our House colleagues would require additional statutory…

I agree with his statement that the Committee intends for Interior to study the entire NRC report carefully and to adopt a rule that is consistent with the findings and recommendations of that report.

As I have said before, I greatly admire the Senator from Maine's tenacity and her unfailing devotion to the best interests of her State.