"I have often said that a problem that our government organizations have, and our government really, is that, because of its size, it can be unwieldy."
"I believe we need to work together to resolve these water rights issues."
"we need to continue to work together on this to try to find resolutions that have been out there for... centuries."
"The settlement of Indian water rights has benefits that extend far beyond the boundaries of Indian reservations."
"I was alarmed by your testimony about unsecured radiological materials in hospitals and medical facilities."
"I would say that would be my last question to you, and I want to thank you so much."
"Many agencies face difficulties recruiting and retaining high-skilled employees, particularly in fields requiring specialized technical, scientific, language, or other training."
"Is it that we need to set up programs that can help them learn how to take care of these materials?"
"I think leadership among some key nations--and those nations I consider to be the United States, South Korea, Japan, and others--would be an extremely positive example that others could follow."
"I would like to ask the next question to DOE and DOD."
"The Federal deficit is a national security issue."
"This is a bipartisan issue that I hope all of my colleagues will actively pursue in the future."
"This is not and should not be a political issue. It is about safeguarding human life, the environment, and the economy."
"The security of nuclear and radiological materials has been a priority during my tenure in the U.S. Senate."
"the consequences of a nuclear or radiological terrorist attack would be catastrophic."
"However, it is vital that we do, and for the well-being of the tribal economies to help tribes provide for the basic needs of their members."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I want to tell this panel that your testimonies were well received here, and thank you so much for what you all are doing."
"I think that expresses our commitment moving forward and continuing, and we would like to work with you and Members of this Committee."
