Roger Marshall actually said...

"This committee should ensure that universities, private companies, and non-profit groups can continue the mission of increasing our knowledge of our oceans for the benefit of our country."

"Is there anything that we can do to promote those relationships and work on this challenge together?"

"Having a better understanding of our oceans is an important component of promoting economic development."

"Over 70 percent of our planet is covered by water, and more than 96 percent of that water is in our oceans."