Frank Pallone actually said...

"This would really impede our ability to provide, I think, very useful observations that the agency can convey."

"I think the measure unintentionally would hinder our ability to provide very useful comments, and I don't believe that that is the intent."

"The last thing is my concern that the bill could prevent the Commission from providing recommendations to Congress."

"These initiatives also would limit the FTC's ability to assist local, state, federal, and other countries' governments in their efforts to help consumers."