Mike Crapo actually said...

"I look forward to the testimony that is going to be provided today."

"I do have the strong concerns that I indicated about whether this legislation will, in the end, result in a higher cost, rather than a benefit to the agriculture and forestry industries."

"One of the more difficult challenges will be to find the right balance between protecting consumers from abusive products and practices while promoting responsible lending to spur economic growth."

"I want to commend all of our witnesses for very capably explaining the important role that community banks play in our rural communities as well as throughout our economy."