Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I have just introduced a bill that would provide for rulemaking authority, but also stiff penalties..."

"That kind of basic principle is the bedrock of this legislation, a standard of care applied industrywide, and enforcement."

"It is absolutely critical from my perspective that payment card systems be secure and protect consumer information."

"There is an arms race. There always has been, not only in this area but in so many others."