Tom Udall actually said...

I want to take a minute to congratulate Commissioner Estevan Lopez, the new Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation.

It is important that the Corps continues to work with local interests and listen to local people.

This is an important program. I am hoping to work with you to ensure this program is funded.

I am hopeful that a constructive dialogue over the State of New Mexico's fines for the Department can continue along that line.