Barbara Boxer actually said...

More short-term extensions are not the answer. Our states, industries, and economy need long-term authorizations.

We have a great record of bipartisanship on that issue. So nothing should stop us.

I am committed to doing the right thing, and I thank all of our witnesses for helping spread this message.

This is our duty, this is our job, this is the best thing we can do for the Country.