Congresswoman Matsui Highlights 100th Day of Safe Climate Caucus Floor Speeches

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Tuesday, December 3, 2013

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Congresswoman Matsui Highlights 100th Day of Safe Climate Caucus Floor Speeches

Calls for action to address climate change, the root cause of extreme weather events

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA), a member of the Safe Climate Caucus, spoke today on the House Floor to highlight the 100th legislative day that members of the Caucus have spoken out in favor of action on climate change. Her remarks, as prepared for delivery, were:

"I rise today as a member of the Safe Climate Caucus to highlight the 100th legislative day that my colleagues and I have come to the House floor and called for action on climate change.

"Since we started this effort California has been rocked by devastating wildfires, the Midwest has been damaged by tornados, an early season blizzard wiped out livestock in the Dakotas, and deadly floods destroyed parts of Colorado.

"Extreme weather events caused by climate change continue to affect families and businesses across our country.

"They are not random occurrences, but constant reminders that climate change is real.

"We will continue to make our voices heard on the House floor until everyone comes to the table, effective action is taken, and future generations are protected.andquot;

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