Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"Cutting off this supply would have a disastrous consequence for hospitals, for manufacturers, and for researchers around the world."

"I remain optimistic that Congress can address this issue before the end of the fiscal year."

"I just want to say that I'm troubled that we're hearing, I think, from the Majority that imposing artificial timelines on the Department to approve these applications and eviscerating the NEPA process..."

"The need to take expedited action on moving this bill is paramount."