Mike Simpson actually said...

"Despite a somewhat abbreviated hearing schedule this year, I am proud that the subcommittee is able to hold hearings on these very important programs."

"I appreciate you all being here with your testimony, and we will certainly take into consideration your views as we write the 2013 appropriation bill."

"Thank you, Congressman Simpson, for your friendship and commitment to make sure the federal government fulfills its trust responsibility."

"I am going to be in New Mexico and Arizona in September, so we will stop and say hi and let you take us on a tour of the place."