John Barrasso actually said...

"For far too long, bureaucratic red tape has prevented the pursuit of Tribal economic development opportunities, especially energy development."

"It means paying the heating bill. It means food on the tables."

"Energy development on Tribal lands is critical for employment and economic growth in Indian Country and for America's energy security and our independence."

"Many of these problems are really aspects or features or something much larger: a pervasive lack of opportunity to earn a good living."