John Katko actually said...

"The collaborative nature of this program between the Department of Homeland Security and chemical facilities is a key part of its value."

"I think it is incumbent when we have this discussion to understand that we all agree--both sides of the aisle--that beefing up the ports of entry and the security, and using the highest technologies w..."

"I want to congratulate you on becoming Chair of this committee and I am looking forward to working with you."

"I have never voted to keep the Government closed, and I never will, and the consequence be damned to me politically because it is more important that we do our jobs, and we abdicate our responsibility..."