On how they have been impacted by environmental regulations. The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee heard from industry stakeholders, including representatives from the American Farm bureau, the National Farmers union and the National Pork producers council. This hearing is an hour and 45 minutes. Good morning. I call this hearing to order. Today, well hold a hearing on the impact of federal environmental regulations and policies on American Farming and ranching communities. The discussion here today is not about the value of environmental regulations but about how some federal regulations can be inflexible, antiquated, duplicative and ultimately harmful to american agriculture, a critical part of our nations economy. Members of this committee should work to ensure environmental laws are strong and effective without being overly burdensome. This is often a difficult task. The United States is blessed with diverse ecosystems that often require different kinds of stewardship t
Without freedom or liberty. May they be instruments of justice for all americans. May your spirit live with them and with each of us and may your grace around us and those we love that in all things we may be the people you would have us be in service to this great nation. May all that is done within the peoples house this day be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. P senator santorum the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house his approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentleman from california mr. Mcnerney. Mr. Mcnerney i ask everyone to join me in pledging allegiance to our flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Senator santorum the chair will entertain requests for oneminute speeches. For what purpose does the g
Question about why lethal force is the only option. Reporter a 24yearold Armed Robbery suspect was shot and killed by Oakland Police after a car chase from 69th avenue and international boulevard to this intersection at 27th street. Police say the driver crashed into a car and ran, carrying this loaded handgun. Then, tried to car jack another vehicle. Police say the officers opened fire. The suspect was armed when the officers discharged the firearm. Reporter police say the police were wearing body cameras and protestors say they will march again, friday night. The mayor told us she respects the right to protest but vandalism wont be tolerated. Were absolutely committed to ensuring there is not the type of destruction that happened in the past in oakland. Reporter brian amble hopes it wont leave damage behind. I hope it doesnt result in damage. A killing in sunnyvale this afternoon as the citys first homicide of the year. It happened this afternoon at plaza delre yes. Mobile home park.
Moments before police opened fire on that robbery suspects. Good evening, im dan ashley. Im ama daetz. Police released partial results of the autopsy on the suspect. Tweeting the Bullet Wounds were to the front of the body, indicating he was not shot in the back. This as police and oakland businesses plan for another promised protest tomorrow night. Were live now with the story. Cornell . Reporter the president of the Oakland Police Officers Association tells me the suspect yesterday was on a rampage. And officers, according to him have no choice but to open fire. Tonight a lot of Business Owners are worried about the future. Im understanding people are frustrated and concerned but i dont think that is the way to express that. This shop on auto row has been targeted by proet yostors. He has been released this window. Sky 7 hd was over oakland as several dozen took to the streets. The group blocked traffic on the freeway for a short time. All in response to an officerinvolved shooting t
Unbearable suffering and desperation, have sought refuge in bangladesh. Many people have lost their lives trying to flee the violence. And the grievances and resulting plight of the rohingya have lasted for far too long. It is becoming an undeniable factor in destabilisation in the region. I have officially written to the president of the Security Council to express my concern and various steps to end the violence and address the underlying causes of the crisis. The International Community must undertake concerted efforts to prevent undertake concerted efforts to p reve nt a ny undertake concerted efforts to prevent any further escalation and to seek a realistic solution. The authorities in myanmar must take determined action to put an end to this vicious cycle of violence and provide security and assistance to all of those in need. I urge them to ensure unhindered humanitarian access to life saving operations. At the same time it is no longer possible to delay and effective action pla