Bill Nelson actually said...

"Thank you for convening this hearing and for stimulating thoughtful dialogue that can lead to collaborative and productive implementation of the RESTORE Act."

"Now we have the chance to set things right. Under the RESTORE Act, we can reinvest in nature to ensure the recovery of the Gulf of Mexico."

"We apologize for the late start. We just completed three votes."

"We need to ensure that we are doing everything we can to protect our coastal ecosystems."