Sam Brownback actually said...

But, boy, the--you know, to get out there ahead of something, you've just got--your options get much better, and your dollar amounts are muc...

I think there's a tremendous urgency to these-- both of those issues, both the zebra mussel, and quagga mussel, and the Asian carp.

We share the concern of the State of Michigan and others who want this invasive species stopped before it can enter the Great Lakes.

I am pleased to join you in welcoming the witnesses and members of the public.