Steven Daines actually said...

"The more resources spent on analyzing decisions, fighting in court, not only waste taxpayer dollars, but reduces the value of the resource, and kills jobs in rural communities."

"I sure hope the intent is not to dismiss the recommendation from the respective 11 States that have prepared sage-grouse conservation plans."

"I think you have some important stakeholders there in Montana that--we desire, I think, the same outcome here, of protecting the species."

"I have to tell you. I was at a mill recently in southwest Montana, and we only have 9 timber mills left in Montana; we used to have 30."