Kristi Noem actually said...

"I would encourage you to ask the others who are going to testify today about what consultation has been in the past."

"I want to get this right. I have already reached out to HHS and IHS to obtain technical assistance for this bill."

"Today I can report to you that some progress has been made, but it's not enough, and it's not happening fast enough."

"This bill, while important, I want to be clear is just a first step."