Debbie Mucarsel-Powell: “I appreciate the concern of my fellow colleague from the other side, but you know the technicalities that we have to…”

“I appreciate the concern of my fellow colleague from the other side, but you know the technicalities that we have to deal with when dealing with bureaucratic agencies and governments. So we just need to make sure that we do not exclude such a crucial part of what we are talking about, which is protection for our shorelines. I just want to mention one more thing, that the annual benefits of coral reefs, including a flood protection barrier for more than 18,000 coastal citizens, actually provide $1.8 billion worth of coastal infrastructure in the United States in terms of benefits. So, whatever we are going to spend in providing grants to protect our coral reefs, we are going to receive back in benefits. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. Mucarsel-Powell). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.”