I think something has to be done to restore confidence.

I am going to have, later on--I was hoping we would be able to do this today--a couple of amendments that I can't imagine will be any problem on the floor. But it has been a problem that has been with us for a long period of time, and we…

The notion that the NRC has done nothing in response to Fukushima just isn't true.

I want you to look at that and we should have had that in front of you because I think this is accurate in terms of its content.

For the record, all four of you are in support of the change that will be coming forward.

Last year, the Commission recognized the need to 'right-size' the agency and instituted Project Aim 2020.

We are looking forward to working in an aggressive way to enhance nuclear power in America.

I remain concerned that you are not living up to your mission which is 'to ensure the safe use of radioactive materials for beneficial civilian purposes while protecting people and the environment.'

I look forward to working with Senators Boxer and Markey on legislation to provide increased safety and more accountability during the decommissioning process.

However, resources are not unlimited. As the size of our nuclear industry shrinks, the NRC must recognize that it can accomplish its mission with fewer resources.

I believe the only way the nuclear industry can remain a vibrant part of our energy mix is if it has the confidence of the public.

The impression I get from a lot of people is we all started at the same place and we did not.