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On the recordJune 3, 2015
If the oceans die, it is impossible for us to live. The Pew Foundation in Philadelphia has put hundreds of millions of dollars behind efforts around ocean science. My friend, Gerry Lenfest, has put a lot of his own fortune behind this effort. When I first got to the Congress, I was chair of the Friends of the Caribbean Caucus. We should do better by our oceans. I ask that we oppose this, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Flores). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.
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Chaka Fattah
Pennsylvania
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Jun 3, 2015

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