Bill Nelson actually said...

"As we already heard this morning from Senator Nelson, our economy is really driven by tourism and a healthy environment is paramount to a good economy in Florida."

"To use a Gulf Coast metaphor, we have essentially been handed an oyster. However, at this particular time we have no tool to open the shell."

"I ask that you please do all within your power to ensure that proper upfront funding is established for planning at all levels of the Act."

"We are counting on you. Otherwise, we are going to have another hearing, and we are going to be beating on your door because you all have got to implement this thing."