Ben Cardin actually said...

Well, let me welcome you all to the hearing of the Subcommittee on Water and Wildlife of the Environment and Public Works Committee.

Many of you mentioned additional Federal resources, which is something that is dear to all of our hearts on dealing with the Chesapeake Bay.

We've seen some encouraging signs. You know, I don't want to get too optimistic, because we're still only at 1 percent.

Well, you know, and I applaud you for being very specific as to the goals in many different areas.