Ben Cardin actually said...

"There is not enough in the District, you are going to need to have multiple jurisdictions that you have to deal with, which requires, I think, some degree of Federal role."

"But those who believe that we are going to get that type of reduction in the future, we are not."

"I take it from your testimony that it is the Administration's position that nutrient trading is a tool that is available, that can be used under the Clean Water Act?"

"Thank you very much for your testimony. We appreciate it very much."