Mike Ezell actually said...

The AQUAA Act would help achieve this goal by establishing a comprehensive nationwide permitting system for marine aquaculture facilities.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and Ranking Member. And it sounds like Plum Island is a plum good time.

Let's put our working waterfronts to good use to feed America with sustainable, locally sourced seafood.

Aquaculture, in complement with wild harvest, will ensure a consistent supply of local seafood regularly coming into our nation's ports.