Paul Tonko actually said...

"If I might, I would just like to thank the Administrator for her presentation today and her dialogue with the committee."

"The EPA plays a vital role in the lives of our citizens, and in maintaining the resource base that sustains our society, and indeed our economy."

"I am pleased this year's budget includes a modest increase over the current year's funding level for the Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund."

"Their pain is indeed real, and we must commit this Congress to doing everything within its power to ease their burdens."