Chris Hollen actually said...

"Thank you for holding this hearing, and I want to thank you for your support for what is often described as the Nation's Metro system."

"I want to thank you for your support for what is often described as the Nation's Metro system"

"we look forward to continuing to work with you on that effort"

"I encourage you, and Mr. Chairman, thank you for proposing that we use stimulus dollars to keep some of these lines and services operational."