Joni Ernst actually said...

"I wish we would have had the Corps members and the EPA representatives here."

"The proposed rule has only expanded confusion and uncertainty as to how far the jurisdiction of the Clean Water Act reaches."

"The regulation of these areas means that any activity, including everyday farming activities, could be a violation of the Clean Water Act."

"I do appreciate the fact that you are working with your Department to streamline it, make it more efficient, and more effective for our citizens."