Frank Lautenberg actually said...

"How could this explosion have been prevented, if the company didn't know?"

"Senator Feinstein's a strong advocate for improving pipeline safety, and she's committed to ensuring that we do everything that we can to avoid tragedies like what we witnessed in San Bruno."

"I'm going to call on Senator Boxer and ask her please to take the chairmanship, if she will, as she asks her questions."

"I think your first step has been at least been partially accomplished. The bill was hotlined, it has passed the Senate, I think that is very good news."