Susan Collins actually said...

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

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

"And I think that is directly due to the fact that you have personally made it a priority, and put a real spotlight on it."

"I think that kind of technical assistance and helping to share best practices that the Department has found is very helpful."