[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 72 (Thursday, April 23, 2026)]
[House]
[Pages H3079-H3080]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       LAKE ERIE'S WESTERN BASIN

  (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, this Earth Day season, I rise to represent 
the heart of the Great Lakes, Lake Erie's Western Basin.
  Our Great Lakes region is home to the largest system of fresh surface 
water on Earth. This gift we hold in trust for future generations to 
come. These fresh waters are not only our heritage, they are our 
economy, our health, and our source of life.
  Water and energy are closely linked. At a time when energy demand is 
rising and energy bills are up 13 percent, we must produce clean energy 
that lowers costs, creates jobs, and protects our air and water.
  Northwest Ohio understands stewardship. Through efforts like the 
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, we have proven that when we steward 
our environment, especially water and energy, we invest in our people's 
future.

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  Mr. Speaker, this Earth Day season, let us choose a future that is 
cleaner, more affordable, and more secure.

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