Susan Collins actually said...

"The public would not be well served by exempting any part of the FAA from annual congressional oversight."

"I do want to acknowledge that the budget provides funding to address sexual assault and sexual harassment problems at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy."

"I am also disappointed by the changes being proposed to the Essential Air Service (EAS) program that keeps much of rural America connected to the transportation network."

"I would have to respectfully disagree that budget constraints are a justification for privatization."