Bennie Thompson actually said...

"I would like to compliment you on this hearing, but I would also like to say it is coming back home."

"We are fortunate to have the luxury of this hearing before something bad happens rather than examining this issue as a knee-jerk overreaction that could lead to bad biosecurity policy."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate your, again, holding this hearing."

"Australia has some great examples. Canada has some great examples."