Paul Tonko actually said...

"I am concerned that with budget cuts and the sequester that we are falling even farther behind in maintaining these vital systems."

"I believe for the record what we would like is a full discussion of the Superfund before the markup of the bills."

"Public health and a clean environment are inextricably linked."

"If we do not make these investments, we risk damaging the resources that we require to support a healthy, modern society."