Richard Shelby actually said...

"The census is vastly important to the representation in Congress and the allocation of Federal funds."

"I'm pleased to serve beside you, once again, and want to thank you for your continued leadership on so many of these subjects."

"Is it going to work? I guess my bottom line."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'll be brief. I just want to join you in welcoming Secretary McHugh and General Casey to this subcommittee."