Larry Bucshon actually said...

"I am looking forward to hearing from our witnesses on their thoughts about the proposed legislation."

"The legislation would dedicate a portion of STTR Program funding to provide grants to research institutions."

"I believe such a strategic plan, if developed responsibly, can have positive implications for America's manufacturers and can lead to policies that improve our competitiveness."

"It is critically important that a strategic plan reflects the real needs of our Nation's manufacturers and should not be politicized and used as a tool to advance favored interests."