Tom Udall actually said...

"I think it is important when we make comparisons, and I made the comparison about $3,100 a year I think approximately per patient."

"Your budget includes $35 million in new funds to address sanitation needs in Indian country, which is a 44 percent increase in the program."

"the tribes really look to the Federal Government to look at and see that they're going to be communicated with and consulted with on these kinds of issues."

"I am concerned about turnover and low morale at the Indian Health Service--and the agency's reported vacancy rate of 23 percent for doctors particularly troubles me."