civilian technology and research. We have maintained a lead historically, but other nations are encroaching on that lead. And the labs that we have within the Department of Energy, and other scientific resources, are extraordinarily valuable to this country. You know, I hear and others hear about the problems of defense conversion and there are problems, no question-but it is a golden opportunity for those of us who live and work in Washington at this time, within the energy community, to take advantage of the redirection in these labs and to take advantage of the fact that the Eastern Bloc has collapsed; in order to use American research and science and technology for commercial purposes, and for basic science and other things that will foster American intellectual leadership, American commercial leadership in this world. Finally, I know that we will be talking a lot, and these fellow at the table and the Secretary, about the environmental problems that we face, that have been created by the weapons complex and other DOE facilities. And, having been for almost all my life a member of the private sector, I have as much interest as anyone in seeing that as we spend these billions of dollars for environmental cleanup, we have something to show for it at the end. I am dedicated to having consultation and consensus, and from learning from my co-workers and the extraordinary career employees at our Department, as well as members of this committee and their professional support. Finally, I might add, it has been a real experience for me, working with Secretary Hazel O'Leary, who every day in an unpublicized manner does something to try to improve the morale and culture of this Department. She really brings onto the job some hands-on management experience from the private sector and is dedicated in a quiet way of doing what good government should do best. And that is to create a sense of mission and pride in task for those people who serve the public. I hope I will learn something from her. I know I will. That concludes my statement, Mr. Chairman. And I am happy to take questions as well. [The prepared statement of Mr. White follows:] PREPARED STATEMENT OF WILLIAM H. WHITE, NOMINEE TO BE DEPUTY SECRETARY OF ENERGY Mr. Chairman and Members of the Committee, it is my privilege to be here today as President Clinton's nominee for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Department of Energy. I am also honored because if confirmed I shall have the opportunity to work with Secretary O'Leary and members of this Committee. I am Bill White, from Houston, Texas. I am married to Andrea Ferguson, who is with my three young children, who are in school in Texas today. I grew up in San Antonio, Texas, where my parents met during my father's rehabilitation from war injuries. They are both here today. They spent a combined total of over 70 years teaching and administering public schools. They taught my brother and I the cardinal significance of family, religion, and public service. As a young person, two experiences shaped my public values. First, I worked with some leaders in the Mexican-American community to increase the participation of that community in the political process. That experience also taught me the critical role that economic growth plays in opening the doors of opportunity for all members of a community. Second, the American Legion provided me with scholarships enabling me to afford an education at Harvard University. And there, while studying world energy markets, I learned how our country had grown perilously dependent on imported oil. In fact, at that time regulation prevented consumers from buying domestic natural gas reserves they needed, at prices they were willing to pay. In 1973 I watched as Western economies were helplessly thrown into recession by the OPEC embargo. I resolved to work in my life for an energy policy which served our long-term national interest. I have spent the last fourteen years of my life building a law practice. My clients have hired me generally in complex commercial cases, although I have represented my fair share of people who own or work for small businesses. In private practice, I have taken pride in managing effectively large numbers of proud professionals, and settling disputes that at first appeared difficult to resolve. I hope to use both skills if you find me worthy of confirmation. Energy policy should be bipartisan. That does not mean that we ignore the mistakes made in the past. It does mean that Americans should have common ground in seeking pragmatic approaches to reduced energy dependence, environmental restoration, and defense conversion. The issues faced by the Department of Energy are national, not regional issues. From its inception, the Department has been called upon to balance complex regional concerns when developing national policy. I realize that the prosperity and economic security of any state or region depends on the economics of other states and regions. The Department also has a great, bipartisan mission to maintain this nation's lead in technology and research. The collapse of the Eastern Bloc gives us a marvelous opportunity to refocus our research efforts. We must keep our commitments to this nation's scientific community, so we can attract the very top scientists to government-sponsored research. We all know that the Department faces some of the most formidable environmental cleanup challenges known to our country. We must all think long and hard together about how best to spend the resources we can devote to these efforts. I also understand that management of the taxpayers' money is a public trust, and we must show results for what we spend. The work of the Department requires consultation and consensus. Members of this Committee can teach us much. If confirmed, I pledge to consult with the members of this Committee, and to try to be available always to share thoughts on matters that interest each of you. Finally, one of my great pleasures if confirmed shall be to serve Secretary Hazel O'Leary. Her direct and cooperative style of leadership will benefit the Department and make it a more effective instrument of government. Every day she struggles not only with issues of important national policy, but she takes time to instill in employees at all levels of the Department pride in craft; a sense of personal responsibility; and the camaraderie of teamwork. Instilling pride and a sense of mission in this Department shall be Secretary O'Leary's great legacy. After all, that is the real and quiet job of good government. I shall be honored to assist her if you find me worthy of confirmation. This concludes my official statement. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Senator KRUEGER. Thank you very much, Bill, and my thanks to each of the three members, the three nominees who have appeared before us. I personally have no questions to ask, but only pleasure that the President has nominated three people of such outstanding credentials. However, although I will offer no questions at this time, the record will be kept open until 6 o'clock today for any additional questions that might wish to come from any of the members of the committee, and then we would ask for responses from the nominees. But if there are none at 6 o'clock today, by 6:01 there will be none; and I suspect there will be none. Let me at this time, unless there is, there is really nothing further; let me at this point then say that, with the exception that the time will be held open for questions, this hearing itself will now stand adjourned. And I wish you well, and I thank you all. [Whereupon, at 3:25 p.m., the hearing was adjourned.] APPENDIXES APPENDIX I Informational Statements MAJOR GENERAL ARCHER L. DURHAM, USAF (RET) General Durham served for over 36 years in the United States Air Force in a variety of operational, staff and command positions. Major highlights of General Durham's career included serving as the Commanding General of Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland (1980-1982); Wing Commander, Dover Air Force Base, Delaware (19791980); Wing Commander, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico (1977-1979); and Base Commander, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey (1975-1977). As a major installation Commander, General Durham had the overall responsibility for a military, civilian, and contractor work force of some 18,000 personnel with an operating budget in excess of $230 million. Additionally, he had functional responsibility in the areas of Personnel, Administration, Facilities Management, Planning and Budgeting, Training, Logistics, Information Systems Management, Procurement, and Flying Operations and Maintenance. While serving in the Washington, DC area as Vice Commander of The Military Traffic Management Command (1982-1984), General Durham was responsible for the procurement of commercial transportation services for over 90% of the Department of Defense surface moves originating within the continental U.S. Additionally, General Durham planned for and coordinated transportation (all modes) for largescale movements of passenger and cargo world-wide as the Director of Deployment, the Joint Deployment Agency, at McDill Air Force Base, Florida (1984-1988). During his tour of duty with the Joint Deployment Agency, General Durham directed the design, fielding, and operation of the Joint Deployment System, a large-scale distributed data base information system within the Department of Defense which integrated diverse transportation information systems into a single command and control network. General Durham served as Chief of The Airlift Policy Division at Headquarters Military Airlift Command Scott Air Force Base, Illinois (1966-1969); and as a Plans and Programming Officer involving Joint Chiefs of Staff matters at the Pentagon (1969-1973). Following his Pentagon tour, General Durham served as Director of Plans and Programs for U.S. Air Forces in Korea (1973-1974). General Durham is a Command Pilot with over 6000 flying hours. During his operational tour of duty, he commanded the only all C-5 Wing in the Air Force at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware and was responsible for the flying operation at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. General Durham has a Masters Degree from the George Washington University in International Affairs (1975) and a BS in Political Science from the Utah State University (1960). He is a graduate of the National War College (1975) where he was designated a "Distinguished Graduate". Additionally, General Durham attended the Columbia University Graduate School of Business, Advanced Management Program (1976) and the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, Executive Program in National and International Security (1981). During General Durham's career, he was awarded the Defense Distinguished Service Medal; the Defense Superior Service Medal; the Legion of Merit with two Oak Leaf Clusters and the Meritorious Service Medal. General Durham is married to the former Sue Marie Harrison and lives in Fort Washington, Maryland. They have four grown children. (19) Employment record: Institution Dates attended Degrees Dates of List below all positions held since college, including the title and description of job, name of employer, location, and dates. USAF Officer 1953-1989. Career Military Officer serving in a variety of operational, staff and command positions at Charleston AFB, SC Pilot (1954-1955); Kadena AB, Japan Pilot (1955); Clark Operations Officer (1964); Chateaurou> Plans Officer (1965-1966); Scott AFB, IL CH of Policy Plans/Programming Off. (1969-1973); OSAN AF Korea - Dir. of Plans (1973); National War College, D.C. Student Employment record-Continued Military service: (1974-1975); McGuire AFB, NJ Base Commander (1975-1977); Describe any military service not listed above, including dates, rank, and type of discharge. (SEE ABOVE) Honors and awards: Memberships: List below all scholarships, fellowships, honorary degrees, military medals, honorary society memberships, and any other special recognitions for outstanding service or achievement. Military Medals: Defense Distinguished Service Medal; Defense Superior Service Medal; Legion of Merit, W2 OLC; Meritorious List below all memberships and offices held in professional, fraternal, business, |