"I don't think many American people see a big distinction if the interface or the control center for a pipeline is taken out from a missile, sabotage, or cyber."
"This strategy will help the U.S. remain competitive on a global scale, and stay a leader in cross-cutting innovation."
"I think the question before us is how do we spur regional innovation to ensure all Americans have the opportunity to participate in the innovation economy?"
"We need to make sure we don't repeat those mistakes."
"One of the reasons that... I think that pipeline is very dangerous is because it is carrying the dirtiest form of natural gas on earth."
"What level of engagement did you have--what type of engagement do you have with our European allies on the lifting of sanctions on Nord Stream?"
"I think there's an established pattern that if Putin wanted to stop these attacks, he certainly could."
"The recent SolarWinds, Microsoft Exchange, and Colonial Pipeline incidents make it clear that the United States is continuously being targeted with malicious cyber-attacks."
"Time truly is of the essence here. It's imperative that we modernize these defenses and get ahead of our adversaries."
"I urge my colleagues to support these measures."
"Everyone should have the opportunity to serve, but not everyone can afford to deviate from the traditional employment pathways."