Jim Baird actually said...

"Congress' role is to empower State officials to strengthen the security of their unique election systems, and effectively administer elections, not to try to dictate a one-size-fits-all."

"To this end, Congress' role is to empower state officials to strengthen the security of their unique election systems and effectively administer elections, not to try to dictate a one-size-fits-all ap..."

"I believe it is also valuable that this Committee has the opportunity to hear what new and evolving challenges states are facing..."

"There is no doubt that there is a need for improved security of our elections..."