George Butterfield actually said...

"Passing this bill is the right thing to do and now is the right time to do it."

"This legislation would expand the acceptable forms of documentation used to determine eligibility for benefits as a Merchant Marine."

"insuring that individuals who sacrifice so much in service to our country, receive the recognition they deserve is one of the most important jobs that we have as Members of Congress."

"For the past three Congresses, I have led a strong bipartisan effort to recognize individuals that served our country during World War II in the Merchant Marine."