Tom Carper actually said...

"Tell us what the rules are going to be. Give us a reasonable amount of flexibility, reasonable amount of time and get out of the way."

"I love bipartisan cooperation, and I love it when two of the most thoughtful Members of our Committee collaborate."

"We know that inaction on climate change only costs us money in the long run. Inaction can be devastating to our economy."

"I hope it doesn't take the loss of Smith Island in Maryland or the washing away of the Everglades... before we act on this critical issue."