Henry Waxman actually said...

"After enduring public ridicule, the legislature succeeded in blocking the Coastal Resources Commission from estimating rates of sea-level change until July 1, 2016."

"The bill that was introduced would have precluded the commission from planning for anything other than 8 inches of sea-level rise."

"Budget cuts that undermine implementation of our environmental statutes are penny wise and pound foolish."

"I thank the Chairman for calling this hearing so that we can examine the way federal and state regulators work together to protect public health and the environment."