"As I told you the last time you were here, this committee is charged by the House of Representatives with legislative and oversight responsibility for the bulk of the statutes that the EPA implements and we decide where the Agency's money can best be spent."
"I want to applaud those objectives in the Agency's budget that reduce red tape."
"It is important that EPA not be bloated, but it is essential that EPA have the staff with proper expertise."
"I share your view that we can and must have both in America."
"Bringing new transparency to your public processes, especially when it comes to the data and science that underpins policies, is truly a welcome change from past EPAs."
"I appreciate your good work to focus EPA on the mission Congress has tasked it with in statute."
"I am concerned that the good progress being made on the policy front is being undercut by allegations about your management of the Agency."
"I believe the EPA should focus on innovative problem solving and partnership with States, the private sector, and other stakeholders."
"We expect you to answer these questions fully and truthfully."
"We are also here to discuss the role foreign direct investment plays in growing the American economy and creating jobs."
"These issues are too persistent to ignore."