Tom Udall actually said...

"I am concerned that the framework will stall and much needed improvements will fail to be implemented."

"Given the high levels of leadership turnover at BIE and IHS, one of GAO's recommendations for both agencies is to develop contingency and succession planning for key positions."

"We know, on a bipartisan basis, both in the Bush and Obama Administrations, by this point, we usually have senior staff in these areas."

"In my view, this designation presents the Committee with an opportunity."