John Thune actually said...

"I think Senator Hutchison today--her proposal to let some states opt out of the Federal program represents one path forward."

"In my view, the existing funding formula is no longer serving the best interests of each state and the traveling public."

"Our bill would give states the choice to opt-out of the Federal highway program and instead be rebated Federal fuel taxes collected within their borders."

"this Administration believes that people should have options to get to work, school, the grocery, or the doctor that do not rely solely on driving."