Jim Baird actually said...

"I always appreciate the expert witnesses that we have for these Committee meetings and the value that you add for sharing with us what you think is important."

"I really appreciate this hearing, and I appreciate the witness being here."

"I really appreciate the focus on biotechnology. I want to say that again because I really feel that it is going to be important as we move to try to find plants and animals that can adapt to environme..."

"This bill is one more step toward fulfilling that promise."