I believe will do this and it will allow them to make better and more informed decisions that balance the continued protection of the marine ecosystem with the need for strong, profitable fishing businesses in coastal communities.

the system needs greater change in oversight as well

the enforcement of those fines has not been level, and the oversight that is necessary... has been so criticized

I am not going to sit here and say this is going to solve the problem of adequately funding all the science.

They said that they did not have reliance and a real sense of security in their science.

We can--and we must--implement fair and effective fisheries management policies while targeting government abuse and inefficient waste.

There have been few measures this session of Congress that have received such broad bipartisan support as the need to increase scientific research of stock assessments.

The Strengthen Fisheries Management in New England Act will undoubtedly enable the Council to make better, more informed decisions.

I would like to ask you to consider this.

My amendment recognizes the Government of Syria as a recipient of material and political assistance by Iran.

Mr. Speaker, I hope the previous question is defeated so I can offer an amendment, along with my colleagues Mr. Levin and Mr. Bishop, to really correct something that, frankly, is outrageous. It's not only outrageous, but it is exhibit A…