Tom Udall actually said...

"Can you tell us more about the Service's efforts to work with tribes to improve contract support cost budget estimates in 2016 and going forward?"

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

"Are you confident that the budget request you have proposed for fiscal year 2016 will fully cover your estimated contract support cost needs?"

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