Robert Menendez actually said...

"it is appalling from a policy standpoint that the Federal Government would take the position that they have no obligation to maintain the properties which they are legally responsible for."

"I believe we also need to have a discussion about what other opportunities there exist"

"New Jersey is the only State in the country that has a State law that puts the clear obligation on the lender that has initiated foreclosure to maintain the property during the foreclosure process."

"One of the suggestions you have that is of interest to me, that the counselor have direct access to the lender."