Ben Ray Luján actually said...

I thank Chairwoman Napolitano, Ranking Member McClintock, members of the Subcommittee on Water and Power...

The reason I ask that question, I just want to be very clear here.

These settlements will protect water resources, advance the implementation of effective water management, and ensure future access to water ...

This settlement will avoid contentious litigation that could only cause future mistrust and conflict throughout the Taos area.