Jeff Merkley actually said...

"We thank Senators Merkley and Wyden for introducing this bill that represents a balance amongst varied basin interests."

"I want to note that my colleague, Senator Akaka, has been, I think, very visible and aggressively working to tackle this topic for a very long time and I thank you, Senator Akaka, for your leadership ..."

"The hearing of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs will come to order."

"Chairman Johnson is unavailable to attend this morning's hearing. He wanted me to personally thank you, Mr. Cordray, for being here and to commend you and your team for all of their superb work."