Mark Begich actually said...

"the quantity and the quality has increased significantly in how we manage it, how we handle it."

"GE fish is a dangerous short cut that provides only a few modest benefits alongside a host of potential risks."

"we do not want to reverse this trend because of another market."

"I believe the ban would as Senator Begich suggested, slow down the process to a point whereby more relevant agencies could have an opportunity to enhance the scientific review process."