Richard Shelby actually said...

"Setting aside for a moment the specific issues related to the transit title of the authorization bill, I want to speak briefly about what I believe is the most significant issue surrounding the reauth..."

"I believe we need to work together on a reform effort that will promote greater efficiency and effectiveness in public transportation systems across America."

"The program's goal of encouraging innovative financing and speeding project delivery through the program has not been achieved, I believe."

"And what does that mean by monitoring? I know that is like oversight, but----"