"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."
"Yes, we need a standard, but I do not think any harm comes from saying that in exigent circumstances if you are moving toward an appropriate level of punishment that there should not be an ability to ..."
"Both will help fishermen get back on the water and spur job creation and economic activity in our coastal communities."
"I reintroduced my flexibility bill to create flexibility in the rebuilding timelines."
"I want to thank Chairman Hastings and Ranking Member Markey for holding today's hearing."
"We should not repeat the Mariner's mistake and harm what is leading America's fisheries into safer seas."
"Both of these bills will help fishermen get back on the water and spur job creation and economic activity in our communities."
"you don't want the incentive, but it is also true that it can be a valuable resource"
"In fact, women will gain the most from healthcare reform."