Mike Simpson actually said...

Because there are going to be efforts to defund it essentially in this appropriations cycle, I am pretty sure. Would that be a mistake?

I encourage you to get out to Idaho and meet with our Attorney General and other officials and resolve the disagreements

The contractor has accepted that responsibility, is moving forward with the project.

Fines are imposed that, if you miss milestones because you are holding back, you are not doing your job.