John Hoeven actually said...

"Thank you for your help and support with the Native American Children's Protection Act, which I sponsored, along with Senator Tester."

"We wanted to make sure several issues raised by the local people were addressed before any transfer occurred."

"We look forward to making sure this is done carefully and that everybody's rights and interests are protected and considered fairly."

"I think a very easy out that lets everybody walk away a winner on both sides, consumers and producers, and that is simply take the existing law where it concerns cattle and beef and change it from 'ma..."