Maria Cantwell actually said...

"How would we measure that? I mean, if you are saying there is a multiplier effect that is better than what they got, in these tough economic times, how would you show that support in advance?"

"Is that not almost even a better leverage of science than is already used with the endangered stock?"

"But they, obviously, are seeking coordination for their interests. I mean, they want their dollars to be spent wisely, and that is why we are here with this legislation. Is that correct?"

"I would say from what Mr. Childers just said, that if you do not address this, then you could see the Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund being greatly increased in the future."