"I think we should require DOD to do the appropriate oversight, but I think we also should expect that when we put people in dangerous positions, we have to allow them to either have their own tools to supply their security or to make sure that we have the security supplied for them."
"I think it's time to look at how we use our National Guard and Reserves."
"It's been very productive so far this year, and I know all the members appreciate the leadership in addressing their bills in a timely fashion."
"I fought for a provision to allow us to export highly enriched uranium for the purposes of us getting the medical isotopes we need in the marketplace."
"One bill is particularly important to me, S. 2097, which I cosponsored, to rededicate the DC War Memorial as a National and DC World War I Memorial."
"I urge the committee to approve... S. 1413, Adams National Historical Park Boundary Addition Act of 2009."
"Mr. Chairman, thank you. Thank you for convening this hearing before the National Parks Subcommittee."
"Three very specific questions."
"This bill enjoys unanimous support from the North Carolina Congressional Delegation and is vital to the town of Blowing Rock."
"I urge the committee to approve it."
"I want to commend you, Chairman Udall and Senator Burr, for holding these hearings this afternoon."