Joe Manchin actually said...

"It is one of those things that I think all of us can take for granted until it's taken away from us."

"The validity of the underlying purpose of the bill has been confirmed through many iterations of the legislative process."

"I authored this legislation initially to answer the desperate need in Lyon County for economic development and activity."

"I look forward to working closely with Senator Barrasso, the subcommittee's ranking member."