Susan Collins actually said...

"It is equally important to our economic future that we rein in Federal spending and keep our national debt under control."

"I am very pleased to see that the President's budget proposes $500 million for this vital program."

"I appreciate the inclusion of reform proposals designed to simplify the program structure and improve upon project delivery to bring the benefits of these investments to the public sooner."

"Transportation investments create jobs and establish the foundation for future economic growth, but it is equally important to our economic future that we rein in Federal spending and keep our nationa..."