John Hoeven actually said...

"we are not able to do it as effectively and as efficiently as we would like."

"If I could finish that up, I think that is a discussion you ought to have and come up with some different ideas that the companies would support in a representation of companies."

"I look forward to this discussion on how we can do the best possible job with your budget and your appropriation."

"Then you do have some discretion in terms of priority of a project based on how imminent it is or how significant it is."