Susan Collins actually said...

"These funds must be disbursed quickly to meet the goal of stimulating the economy."

"It would indeed be unfortunate and ironic if money is lost to waste, fraud, and abuse because States had insufficient funds to hire the necessary contracting officials, auditors, and oversight employe..."

"I think a lot of the work that you are doing, while extremely worthwhile, is probably the tip of the iceberg."

"As much as 7 percent of the Recovery Act funds may be lost to fraud and abuse."