by prioritizing the funding of the institute for seafood studies at nicholls state university, we are investing in a food supply we enjoy. this is about safe seafood, whether it's sthrimp or fin fish. it's about the study and making sure that the products that are delivered to america are safe for the people to consume. with that, i urge a no vote on this amendment and hope that the congress of the united states will recognize the importance of the working coast. we're not the sun coast. we're not the sand coast, we are not the condo coast. we are the coast of the united states that produces over 30% of the seafood and good quality, safe seafood that we hope to preserve. i yield back. the chair: the gentleman from west virginia reserves his time. and the gentleman from arizona is recognized. mr. flake: how much time is remaining? the chair: the gentleman has two minutes remaining. mr. flake: this is the last amendment tonight. i want to thank the members for staying around this long. i know their time is more valuable than mine and i appreciate your indulgence here in this important p