Paul Tonko actually said...

"To my friends across the aisle, I implore you, now is the time to join us. We want to work together, but inaction is no longer an option."

"I appreciate the effort that went into developing the proposal."

"Unfortunately, this administration's actions indicate that they do not share this belief."

"I do think that the chair and Mr. Flores have done an admirable job and conducted a process in good faith."