Patty Murray said "I think it is important for all of us to step back and remember sequestration was never written into the bill to be implemented." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 13, 2013

I think it is important for all of us to step back and remember sequestration was never written into the bill to be implemented.

Said by

Patty Murray

Democratic · Washington

Source

congress.gov

Editor's note · Context

Murray emphasizes that sequestration was not intended to be enacted.

Share on X Share on Facebook Email this quote

More from Patty Murray

Aug 5, 2026

Senators who vote for Blanche are voting for an Attorney General who will attack abortion rights in EVERY state.

talkingpointsmemo.com

Aug 3, 2026

Importantly, we closed the loophole in House Republicans' CR that would have allowed the Trump administration to transfer funding provided for other programs to Border Patrol, which desperately needs reform, not more money.

commondreams.org

Jun 28, 2026

The truth is we can’t afford to ignore child care.

warren.senate.gov

Jul 31, 2026

Pete Hegseth has denigrated the role of women in the military in ways that are completely detached from the reality of the meaningful contributions of women servicemembers.

hirono.senate.gov

View all Patty Murray quotes

Other voices in this conversation