Frank Pallone actually said...

"I made the argument that we could rebuild fisheries without adhering to a completely arbitrary deadline that would hurt a fisherman's ability to put bread on the table."

"Recreational and commercial fishing represent the economic and cultural foundations of communities all across the United States."

"I appreciate my colleague from Massachusetts playing the role that he is doing and his cosponsorship of our bill."

"Eighty percent could be used for research. That money is already in the pot, so there is no fear of incentivizing future activity."