I don't think you can overstate the importance of that occurring.
I think, Chair Cantwell, we ought to address here within the Committee.
we want that to be a clear and transparent process.
Could you explain why?
But, then the question is, Who's going to do something, on the preventative side?
This is an immensely important decision, and I think that it is the responsibility obviously of this Committee and this ...
Any statements to the contrary are clearly an attack on Congress' plenary authority over Indians.
Congress must work deliberately, and it is our responsibility to consider the views of the many different interests that...
I think, from the recreational community, you'll hear this--the recreational community, and, I think, some from the comm...
The ocean policy that is being suggested by the task force does not take away authorities that Congress has granted.
I've always said environmentalists make great ancestors.
It makes me want to go back and look at the clips, Senator, from your----
ocean policies
I think it's very appropriate that the President has put this in motion.
We cannot expect success in implementing a national ocean policy... if we do not provide tribes, States, scientists, and...
I believe effective state plans have the potential to significantly enhance workplace safety.
If we can include those in the record I'd appreciate it as well.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
