Patty Murray actually said...

"The commitment from the Senate Budget Committee provides a great step forward toward securing the government's financial commitment to rural, public land counties."

"We wish to thank Senator Murray, Budget Committee Chair, who has always supported Counties and Schools."

"The proposed budget resolution included a deficit neutral reserve fund for rural counties and schools."

"Last week Senate Budget Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray made continued funding of the PILT program and the reauthorization of SRS a priority."