"I think we do need the presence of the Federal Government, and I thank you for your leadership on this issue."
"I think that changing or broadening the ability of the Federal Government to respond makes this more of a seamless approach between the Federal authorities and local authorities."
"The Federal Government can play a critical role in bringing about that change, and this is one more chapter in achieving that goal."
"I want to make sure our water supply is clean and I want to make sure that we deal with the environmental risks here."
"We think that needs to be taken into consideration when the economic argument is made."
"Well, once again, we thank you for really putting a face on this issue."
"I think you have a much better chance of economic growth without that type of activity."
"I think there is a general consensus of the importance of the SBIR program, that it will create jobs much more efficiently than the other recipients;"
"Let me just point out my concern. Mr. Glover's testimony particularly underscores this, that there has been an historic hostility at NIH to allowing special allocations to small businesses within the ..."
"Well, let me welcome everyone to this hearing of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee of the United States Senate."
"I agree completely with you and other witnesses that NIH could rectify the problem with that amendment."