Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"this model is just broken."

"the best way to address the toxic chemicals and the pollutants is to ensure that they don't get into our environment and waterways in the first place."

"Charlie, thank you for being here with us today, and I look forward to your testimony."

"I included several provisions in my bill, the Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act, to protect our environment, as well as municipal water districts from the downstream impacts."