Mark Udall actually said...

"Us westerners hang together, whether we are Rocky Mountain westerners or we are far westerners like Senator Wyden."

"The purpose of today's hearing is to receive testimony on several bills pending before the subcommittee."

"This epidemic is creating serious concerns in our communities regarding our forested regions, the recreational economies of these areas, and water supplies."

"We urge the Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee to advance this legislation as soon as possible."