Eric Crawford actually said...

"A safe pipeline system is essential to relieve the burdens on other modes of our transportation network."

"Pipelines remain one of the safest and most cost-effective means to transport large quantities of our Nation's energy products."

"As the world's leading energy exporter, the United States can continue to bolster our economy and our allies' energy security by exporting our oil and natural gas."

"I look forward to working with you and this subcommittee to improve pipeline safety through a balanced regulatory approach."