Tom Udall actually said...

"I need, and the Tribes are rightfully demanding, more assurances that the administration understands the Federal Government's unique trust relationship with American Indians and Alaska Natives."

"I know that this funding is very important for Alaska Native villages in the Chairwoman's State."

"Should CMS identify additional deficiencies, how will you pay for the needed improvements?"

"I think it's really important that you make clear the resources you need to do this because it's obviously very important in going through the stage we're going through."