Dan Newhouse actually said...

"By modernizing the Endangered Species Act, we can ensure its effectiveness in protecting imperiled species successfully."

"I have expressed my deep concerns regarding the lack of sound science and data to support this plan and will continue to voice them."

"This legislation is simple, and logical--by including state and local entities in Federal determinations and decision making, we can improve policy making."

"I certainly appreciate your underscoring the Federal Government's legal and moral obligation here."