Barbara Boxer actually said...

"Clearly, the bill before us is my draft. And it is going to be changed, and we are going to work on it until we all agree."

"The devastation caused by Sandy puts an even brighter spotlight on the need to ensure that communities have critical flood protection."

"This provision directs the Corps to work with the National Academy of Sciences to evaluate the options to reducing risks associated with future disasters..."

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the communities affected by this terrible storm."