Maria Cantwell actually said...

"And decided not to use it, is that what you're----"

"I would like to assure you that we will not relent in our efforts to protect the livelihoods of affected Gulf Coast residents and mitigate the environmental impacts of this spill."

"But can't we look at the risks for oil spill, or, as Dr. Stahr is saying, oil vents, and say that these are our big risks and this is where R&D should be applied?"

"Thank you, gentlemen. Thank you for your testimony."