Rob Wittman actually said...

"I would like to begin by asking unanimous consent to enter into the record the NOAA Fisheries Report, 'Atlantic Sharks: 30 Years of Successes and Lessons.'"

"Our anglers are losing their catch and tackle to sharks at alarming rates, and in some areas it makes areas totally unfishable."

"Can you speak then to the shortfin mako ban?"

"Mr. Wittman's legislation, H.R. 4051, creates a task force to address increasing shark depredation."