Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I particularly want to thank the Chairman and the Ranking Member, Senator Enzi, for their leadership on this issue."

"I want to join in thanking you, Mr. Chairman, for your leadership and the bipartisan commitment from Senator Grassley."

"I'm hopeful that we'll continue the effort--I know of your very distinguished scientific background in areas of physics and so forth, as well as in public policy-- to develop even more effective prote..."

"I would appreciate your commitment that you will do everything possible to make sure that they are given the recognition they deserve"