Sheldon Whitehouse actually said...

"We got four treaties passed, which may not seem like a big deal, but we did it in an afternoon."

"I thank Senator Inhofe for joining our Oceans Caucus just recently."

"I hope that we can focus on that."

"I very much hope that, as we proceed with the initiative, Mr. Chairman, that we make oceans and coasts a significant part of this."