Jeff Merkley actually said...

"We're seeing fiercer storms. We're seeing smaller snow packs."

"I look forward to talking with you about that and to follow up on the other Bureau of Reclamation areas."

"I really appreciate the expertise you bring to this incredibly significant responsibility as Secretary of the Interior."

"So, can we put the appraisal process into high gear in order to proceed to be able to acquire these sensitive and special lands for the people of the United States of America?"