Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 18, 2017
Having authorization puts it in a much stronger position.
Said by
Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin discusses the benefits of having authorized programs for the Chesapeake Bay.

Share & report

More from Ben Cardin

Dec 3, 2024

Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-03
Dec 17, 2024

Mr. President, first, I want to thank Senator Cassidy for his cooperation in putting together this package. It is a package of bills that were favorably considered by the committee. They are noncontroversial. I want to thank also Senator…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-17
Dec 10, 2024

Mr. President, I rise to pay tribute to our colleague, and more importantly, my dear friend Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger. By any standard, Dutch has had an exceptional career with 38 years in public office, beginning when he was first…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-10
Dec 10, 2024

Our staff works long hours for less compensation than many of them could make in the private sector because of their commitment to public service. To my staff, you have made Team Cardin a championship team. I also want to salute the people…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-10

Other voices in this conversation