Frank Pallone actually said...

"We simply cannot afford to delay any longer, and we must discuss ways to help communities better adapt to the changes that we're already seeing."

"Today's hearing on climate change is long overdue. We are feeling its effects now, and the influence of unchecked climate change is becoming more obvious every year."

"The devastating effects of unchecked climate change do not know partisan or political boundaries. They affect us all."

"I know there are those who believe we can't address this problem because the costs are too high. But the costs of not acting are far higher and a lot more painful."