Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed word segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully. In case no improvement is needed, select ‘No improvement’.
The councilor (said that, “We plan to make the state a safer place for) everyone.”

Correct option is B

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (b) said, “We plan to make the state a safer place for.
Explanation: The sentence is a direct speech format, so using "said that" followed by quotes is incorrect.
Grammatical rule used:
When reporting using direct speech, use “said,” and not “said that,” before the quoted text.
Information Booster:
"said that" → indirect speech
"said, “…”" → direct speech
Example: She said, “I love music.” 
She said that, “I love music.”