"Really it is the responsibility of Government agencies such as the EPA to ensure that our air and our water are safe for pregnant women and children."
"This hearing comes at an important time as we work to create a framework for financial regulatory reform."
"Every one of us has a stake in making sure kids grow up happy and healthy."
"As a former prosecutor, I've seen the devastating effects on the lives of those that have been financially victimized."
"Since I have entered the Senate I have made children's health one of my top priorities."
"I would just think that coordination might result in better legislation as you look at things."
"And when you talk about healthy school environments, what do you mean by that?"
"One out of three kids, a recent study showed that kids in these childcare programs do not even have a fruit or a vegetable all day."
"the kids we are hurting most are the kids who are the most vulnerable and who need the most help during the school day."
"I know those are two big questions."
"I think that there is a broad concern about voluntary agreements that is raised by this issue because a voluntary agreement is good as long as everyone abides by it."