Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"There is a very severe and serious problem with the current system of oversight."

"We all should be on the same side of safety in gas transmission."

"I will oppose that kind of extension if it is incorporated in any sort of continuing resolution or a short-term fix. I believe that approach is simply an invitation to disaster."

"Rail safety in the United States is sorely lacking. And there will continue to be catastrophes, often with fatal results and tremendous costs, if the nation fails to do better."