James Inhofe actually said...

"The reason it is important for me to ask the question is because in response to our questions, Madam Administrator, you stated during the proposed endangerment findings, quote, now these are your word..."

"I hope it's not just empty words."

"The Federal Government should not tell States how to proceed on development; furthermore, as a strong Federalist, I think it is dangerous to have Washington make decisions that should be up to local c..."

"Unfortunately, I see this bill as another part of a hostile agenda aimed squarely at rural America and removing States and local officials as decisionmakers."