Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) testified before the House Committee on Rules in support of S.J. Res. 11, which will nullify a rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) relating to the "Protection of Marine Archeological Resources."
Below are Westerman's full remarks, as prepared.
Thank you for the opportunity to… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held an oversight hearing on the implementation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement in response:
“As Chair of the Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee, I’m committed to working with my colleagues to reform… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing on the future of mineral development on Earth and beyond. Subcommittee Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) issued the following statement in response:
"President Trump has made it clear that while we unleash the golden era of American energy dominance, we must also look to humanity’s future in the stars. With a new… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs held a hearing on Indian Trust Asset Management. Subcommittee Chairman Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) issued the following statement in response:
"Today’s hearing was a continuation of our subcommittee's critical work to elevate tribal autonomy while reiterating the trust responsibility of the federal government toward American Indians and… Read more »
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources held a full committee markup and favorably reported eight bills out of committee. Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
"Today our committee is advancing solutions for Americans across the country. Whether you rely on crucial Western water resources or support streamlining of permits for… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held a hearing on restoring American energy dominance through the development of U.S. offshore energy resources. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) issued the following statement in response:
“For 4 years, President Biden ignored the livelihoods and energy needs of hardworking Americans by waging war on domestic energy.… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands held an oversight hearing on restoring multiple use land management principles that will revitalize and support America's rural economies and western communities. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) issued the following statement in response:
"For our first Federal Lands Subcommittee hearing of the 119th Congress, I find it crucial… Read more »
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed seven House Committee on Natural Resources bills with significant bipartisan support. House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
"The bills we passed this week show real bipartisan solutions are possible in Washington. They amplify the… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held an oversight hearing on the importance of U.S. mineral security and the ways the U.S. can work to establish secure domestic mineral supply chains. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) issued the following statement in response:
"As the Chinese Communist Party continues to block exports of important critical minerals… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs held a legislative hearing on four bills to support Alaska Native veterans, enable economic development, improve flood residency of tribal lands and analyze the administrative structure of the Indian Health Service (IHS). Subcommittee Chair Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) issued the following statement in response:
“I am honored to serve as… Read more »
