"Are we concerned that maybe we are putting too much money towards grants movement that way that is going to shortchange us long term?"
"Wastewater infrastructure is incredibly important for my constituents and those of every Member of Congress."
"This was a way to ensure that when we use taxpayer dollars, that those dollars were spent for the highest quality work."
"Workers do need protections, not because of the vast majority of contractors, but because there are people that would take advantage of the law."
"I am eager to hear from you on the issues local communities are facing in their efforts to address the Nation's water and wastewater infrastructure needs."
"These needs are especially urgent for hundreds of communities trying to fix the problems of combined sewer overflows and sanitary sewer overflows."
"Innovation is key to moving our clean water infrastructure into the 21st century."
"wastewater is often viewed as a source of pollution but should be promoted as a resource to provide sustainable nutrients and energy."
"Wastewater infrastructure deficiencies are particularly acute in many small and rural communities."
"According to the EPA's last 'Clean Water Needs Survey Report to Congress,' the total documented needs for sustainable wastewater infrastructure... are at least $270 billion over the next two decades."
"I think that is a real public policy question that needs to have more of a definitive answer."