Bill Keating actually said...

"I think we should, and I think, Mr. Chairman, we should make that request formal in terms of our committee."

"It is important that our allies know this, too."

"If we really want to be effective with China, we should deal from strength."

"We know that the Russians are using energy as a weapon against our allies, and this bill reassures Europe and shows America's willingness to help our transatlantic partners in their energy growth."