John Curtis actually said...

"We commend Chair Tom Tiffany, Ranking Member Joe Neguse, Vice-Chair John Curtis and the Federal Lands Subcommittee for taking steps to advance legislation."

"This legislation is important and timely given proposed actions under consideration by federal agencies."

"The bill will preserve access to thousands of rock climbing routes in wilderness areas across the country."

"It is incredibly important to recognize the historic nature of climbing in wilderness areas."