Ben Cardin actually said...

"We need to pay particular attention to small businesses, and that is exactly what we did in establishing these new programs."

"I worked with Senator Portman and Senator Lankford and others to try to get an adjustment on that."

"I am proud of what we have been able to do so far, but clearly more needs to be done."

"I would just urge you to work with the staffs of our Committee on this issue, because it has been a real challenge for us."