Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"In fact, that concept of narrow protection is that there should be preemption only if state laws are inconsistent with Federal law and then only to the extent of the inconsistency."

"I am disturbed that these major retailers have in fact moved to block innovations."

"I would suggest that that approach to preemption is broader than this committee should consider."

"I am troubled by the failure of retailers to take responsible steps to protect their consumers."