07/20/2009
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"So my question, Dr. Atkinson, is how can we ensure fair treatment for rural Western States whose low population alone does not tell the whole story of their significance to our highway system?"
"I am from Wyoming, which is the lowest population State in the Nation and the ninth largest in terms of surface area."
"Mr. Chairman, I certainly concur that deferring tax increases during tough economic times is a really good idea; and thank you very much, Mr. Chairman."
"This has been a very informative panel, and I am deeply grateful to all of you for attending today."