Rahall eyes new offshore oil controls

Rahall also said he’s planning a trip to the Gulf, and noted that he and ranking member Doc Hastings (R-Wash.) sent staff to the region last week to monitor the federal response.

“Once the situation has been stabilized, we intend to send additional staff to the region and will closely monitor events to determine when it may be appropriate to lead a Congressional Delegation to the area,” Rahall said.

Hastings issued a statement alongside Rahall’s Wednesday.

“There are many tough questions that need to be asked and answered on what happened, what went wrong and if the federal government responded appropriately. Those responsible must be held fully accountable for their actions. These issues and many more must be examined thoroughly and in great detail.  However, right now our foremost focus must be on addressing the crisis at hand,” he said.