Steven Daines actually said...

"It's critical that we work together to address the challenges facing Indian Country."

"Water rights settlements are preferable to resolving water rights claims via litigation."

"It is important that we do not have to rely on Russia and on China for minerals and materials, that we can produce them right here in the United States, including my home State of Montana."

"These minerals are critical for our consumer economy. They are also critical for our defense industry."