"As we were visiting before the meeting started, I said I was skeptical, and my questions will probably reflect that skepticism."
"Mr. Chairman, I think I will yield back my time because I have got to go, and thank you for your courtesies."
"An unpassed bill has no legal authority."
"I appreciate the fine work of the men and women of the State Department who provide consular assistance to arrested citizens."
"Our bill would also require companies to attest that they have tried to hire an American worker before they hire a foreign worker."
"I am very glad to be here not only to thank you for holding this hearing, but also to recognize President Skorton, who is a friend of mine."
"However, it is clear they are not working as intended, and the programs are having a detrimental effect on American workers."
"I will continue to push for more reforms in our immigration system to ensure Americans are the No. 1 priority."
"For years, our country has struggled to find a way forward on immigration reform."
"Why is it so much to ask for your company and others to look for American workers first and foremost?"
"The attention that Senator Durbin, I, and others have put on the H-1B program has had an impact already without the legislation passing."