Chris Murphy actually said...

"Thank you for your focus on data. I agree with Senator Cassidy that to the extent we can avoid duplication in requirements to the states on this, it is something we should work together on."

"Now, let us be clear, there is no inherent connection between mental illness and violence."

"I think the legislation's most important provision is the part that built upon the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act."

"It represents the first comprehensive overhaul and reauthorization of our Nation's mental health laws in a generation."