Maria Cantwell actually said...

"We need to ensure that our fisheries are sustainable and that we are not overfishing."

"Well, I think you know how important this industry is, and the policies that it represents, so----"

"I want to ask you specifically, on the record, if we are going to have the resource--can you commit that the West Coast groundfish catch-share funding will be a top priority for your agency?"

"I certainly look forward to working with you, as the new Subcommittee Chairman, on these important issues."