Karen Bass actually said...

"I am just really excited about being a part of the legislation and want to do everything I can."

"The U.S. can and must do more to ensure that U.S. businesses have similar opportunities and have the tools needed to compete."

"This has been a very inspiring hearing, it really has, and I am very excited about this."

"I also want to take this time to really express my deep personal sorrow to you, Mr. Chairman, and to the members on the loss of Donald Payne, who was a defender of truth, an advocate of just and honor..."