"Our hope is that we get this done in 2014 so that we essentially can factor it into the budget."
"Drought alone was estimated to cost the United States $50 billion from 2011 to 2013."
"We're going to do it in 60 days."
"What we hope to be able to do is allow folks to make application for assistance by April 15."
"The answer to your question is yes, we will."
"We're going to use that time to take, basically, take a look at where the work is."
"This is absolutely not going to compromise our ability to get the farm bill done."
"Secretary Vilsack has been very robust on his cost-savings measures which he has reported as $1.2 billion in tax dollars saved by the department."
"U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has acknowledged the Oak Flat area as a 'special place' that should be protected from harm 'for future generations.'"
"it is important that [the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange] engage in a process of formal tribal consultation to ensure both tribal participation and the protection of this site."
"The resilience of American farmers and ranchers has helped to support 1-in-12 U.S. jobs."
"I believe this budget basically lays a strong foundation for doing that."