Mark Begich actually said...

"Even--you don't spend a half million dollars just because people bring up an issue and you want to just do it."

"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."

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

"I have supported efforts to establish a rigorous approval process before the introduction of these animals into commerce, and am strongly committed to continuing that work."