Ben Cardin actually said...

I concur with Senator Mikulski--this is a contribution being made by the people of Maryland.

I'm going to confess to you that I'm not objective when it comes to John Porcari--he's a friend.

I want to compliment the President on all three of the nominees that he has sent forward that are being considered today by this Committee.

I think he has the package needed, at this time, for our country.