John Barrasso actually said...

"These hot, fast-moving fires are unpredictable and cause significant damage to the ecosystem and surrounding communities."

"We must allow expanded use of 21st century techniques by land management professionals."

"Decades of fire suppression and a rapid decline in active management have led to overly dense forests susceptible to disease and to pest outbreaks."

"We must take immediate steps to improve the health of our Nation's forestland by being much more aggressive and proactive when it comes to forest management."