Committee Statements

  • Rep. Radanovich Statement Before Subcommittee on Water and Power
    Jul 21, 2008  - Statement by The Honorable George Radanovich Before the Subcommittee on Water and Power July 21, 2008 Fresno, California Thank you, Chairwoman Napolitano for holding this important hearing on the dire water shortages in the San Joaquin Valley.  It’s very appropriate that you chose to ... More
  • Statement by Congressman George Radanovich at Bureau of Reclamation Congressional Briefing
    Jun 2, 2008  - The San Joaquin Valley is at a critical juncture in its history. I cannot recall a time when agriculture has been bombarded by so many external forces. There are farmers and entire communities that are fighting for their survival. Many don’t understand the challenges our farmers face with increased ... More
  • Statement by the Honorable George Radanovich regarding the San Joaquin River Settlement Act
    Mar 1, 2007  - Thank you, Chairwoman Napolitano for holding this hearing on my bill H.R. 24, the San Joaquin River Restoration Settlement Act. Today’s hearing is a crucial step towards resolving a long and bitter war in the San Joaquin Valley. For eighteen years, a legal battle to restore a salmon fishery on... More
  • Statement by the Honorable George Radanovich regarding the Madera Water Supply Enhancement Act
    Sep 21, 2006  - Madam Chairwoman and Members of the Committee, thank you for scheduling today’s hearing and for the opportunity to speak before you regarding my bill, H.R. 3897, the Madera Water Supply Enhancement Act.  Madam Chairwoman, this legislation is vital to the economic well-being of Madera Cou... More
  • Statement by the Honorable George Radanovich regarding the San Joaquin River Settlement
    Sep 21, 2006  - Today’s hearing is a crucial step towards resolving a long and bitter war in the San Joaquin Valley.  For eighteen years, a legal battle to restore a salmon fishery on the San Joaquin River has been fought in the courts.  Hard-working Valley farm families whose futures depend on th... More