Paul Tonko actually said...

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

"I thank all of our witnesses for appearing today and for their invaluable contributions to the public process that moved this rule forward."

"Unsafe disposal of coal ash poses serious threats to human health and to our environment."

"Although a subtitle C rule might have offered more protection and more direct enforcement, this rule will protect human health in the environment and goes beyond past bills."