Sam Graves actually said...

"there is simply no Congressional mandate or provided authority to take this action"

"Hon. Sam Graves, a Representative in Congress from the State of Missouri, and Chairman, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, opening statement."

"Ensuring effective and reliable water infrastructure is vital to American families, to our businesses, to farms, and the economic development of our country."

"I have long been concerned that the current river management incorrectly prioritizes fish and wildlife over the protection of people and property."