Jeff Merkley actually said...

"I know you are diligently trying to make a difference through your leadership, and your rebuilding of the Agency."

"Self-certification wasn't working because they were advertising in California for jobs; in Oregon they were advertising saying you need to speak two languages"

"I think the bigger question might be, you know, how do we take advantage of this carbon market?"

"So again, Chief, I appreciate that you are here today. And I look forward to the opportunity, to not only engage with you and some questions today, but ongoing throughout the course of this year."