Jeff Merkley actually said...

"Senators Wyden and Merkley, and their staff, are to be commended for writing legislation that amends several outdated laws."

"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."