Cynthia Lummis

I would first like to congratulate and welcome Representative Swalwell on his appointment as Ranking Member of the Energy Subcommittee.

There are so many things that Democrats and Republicans agree about when it comes to energy.

The timing has never been better.

It is difficult to overstate the importance of energy to America's success.

I am a strong supporter of an 'all of the above' energy strategy.

I see first-hand the widespread benefits associated with energy production.

I am a strong supporter of an all-of-the-above energy strategy.

Without question, the victims of Sandy deserve relief. They deserve it, and we should give it to them in a way that we can afford. If we can't do a 1.6 percent reduction in spending, how are we going to deal with a $16 trillion debt? My…

I thank the gentlelady from New York. Madam Chairman, I wish to yield the balance of my time to the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Lankford).

Understanding the types of litigation and the source of tax-payer funds for each is a critical first step to fixing any problems associated with litigation.

Environmental laws exist for environmentalists. EAJA is for seniors, veterans, and small businesses in need.

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Wyoming will be postponed. Amendment Offered by Mr. Fortenberry

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 available under this…

It was fun to hear that Ivermectin has found a use outside of our uses.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

Okay. And with regards to other components of NCATS, can you give examples of specific diseases that you see as being priorities for your initial foray?

So, you would only use the repurposing program for a currently existing drug if the patent holder or intellectual property holder asked you to?

I believe the Federal government has a role because there are so many diseases that are suffered by people that will never have a cure.

But, you know, dollars are dollars, and they are all borrowed money.

I would sure encourage you to do so. And if I could be so bold, I would recommend the University of Wyoming Center for Neuroscience.

What does that mean? What is a value based benefit design?

And my concern here is that this board will set Medicare policy unless a super majority of Congress stops them.

It reduces the budget by the 45 percent, the full 45 percent every year that is being augmented by the general fund?

Tell me specifically how his budget complies with that specific law.

Medicare cannot go on like that. It is going to be broke soon.