[A Strict Constructionist]

“More research, funding and oversight are needed to help prevent another disaster,”

Requiring more money from the American Public without any benefits to the Public.

[swain_forkbeard]

“Requiring more money from the American Public without any benefits to the Public.”

One might argue that a cleaner, healthier environment IS a benefit to the public. I know I prefer non-polluted beaches and oceans.