Jeff Bingaman actually said...

"the only way we're going to substantially affect that cost to our economy and to many of ourselves, our consumers, is to reduce the amount of oil we use in transportation."

"the economic and national security costs of our current reliance on oil are unacceptable."

"We applaud the leadership demonstrated by Senator Merkley and Senator Alexander in crafting a bill that takes a major step forward in preparing our infrastructure for the deployment of electric vehicl..."

"Senator Jeff Bingaman and Senator Tom Udall, for their foresight and vision in protecting this national treasure."