Lisa Murkowski actually said...

"It's a preventive measure that makes as much sense in the Arctic as it does in Prince William Sound, where it was put in place after the Exxon Valdez oil spill."

"I hope the Congress will remember this as you determine America's new role as an Arctic Nation."

"Our challenge will be to make sure that we have actually put things in place before we see the level of activity increase."

"I would sort of lay the gauntlet down to them on how are they going to work with the rest of the Alaskans to get that message out there and try and get some positive action."