Cole Remarks at FY25 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Bill Subcommittee Markup

Thank you, Chairman Fleischmann, and thank you to Ranking Member DeLauro, Ranking Member Kaptur, and to all the members of the subcommittee for being with us today.

Today’s measure funds the operations of the Department of Energy, along with parts of the Departments of Defense and Interior and other related agencies.

The bill provides funding for two key areas that are of great importance to the American people.

First, the bill fully funds the Army Corps of Engineers, which conducts civil water engineering projects. The Army Corps is responsible for projects ranging from harbors, rivers, wetlands, dams, and port facilities across the United States. They play a critical role in flood protection and mitigation operations, as well as maintaining navigable waters.

Second, the bill funds our nuclear infrastructure, both on the defense side and non-defense side. By making critical investments in nuclear power research, we are helping to develop efficient energy sources for tomorrow. House Republicans will continue to promote an all-of-the-above energy approach that lowers prices for families and upholds America's security and position as a global leader.

It’s a strong measure that reinforces the defense, economy, and energy and navigation sectors of the United States. 

I want to thank Chairman Fleischmann, Ranking Member Kaptur, and the majority and minority staff for their hard work, and I look forward to consideration of this bill today.

With that, I yield back.