"I think it is important to take a moment to remember why Congress passed this historic legislation."
"Make no mistake. The United States experienced an unparalleled crisis that required bold action."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman, for a very, very important hearing."
"I think that what Senator Shaheen and Senator Portman have been providing to us in terms of this legislation is very important, so congratulations to both of you."
"this legislation in front of us really adds to that, I think works with that very well."
"this is an important piece of it."
"I think this is a very important part of the legislation, because we do have energy-intensive manufacturing facilities that have really benefited, and can benefit more, from and not only saving energy..."
"We commend Senators Wyden and Stabenow for their leadership in promoting a technology-neutral approach to reducing oil consumption in the vehicle fleet."
"I think the goal of a million new electric vehicles on the road is a very, very important one."
"we have seen very important impacts that we desired in terms of helping our vehicle manufacturers retool for the future."
"S. 1001 addresses head-on the broad concepts that our nation must confront in order to wean ourselves off of foreign petroleum products."
"I do not think we have an economy or a middle class unless you make things and grow things."