I want to see Israel continue to thrive as a safe and secure democracy, and I would like to see stability and success for the Palestinian people.

U.S. law is clear that should the Palestinians join and initiate or support an investigation into Israel, all funding for the PA must be suspended.

U.S. law is clear. There will be no aid to the Palestinian Authority.

Longstanding U.N. resolutions, as well as U.S. and Quartet policy, states that lasting peace will only come through direct negotiations.

I don't want to see the breakdown of cooperation between the PA and Israel.

Congress must not allow the President to continue to ignore the letter and the intent of the laws that we pass.

I would also like to have recommendations from you as to how we can improve the Trafficking in Persons Report.

I assume that the United States is going to have to lead here. If we do not do it, other countries will not take the initiative.

The United States absolutely must take the lead on this.

I do not think we should let this go. I think we should work a little harder on that.

If you could get back to me on that, I would appreciate it.

There is an opportunity there. We have their attention. And I must tell you, as things become more normal and trade starts, you lose that leverage.

I could be pretty specific as it relates to trafficking, and perhaps you will help me draft language to deal with compliance with the criteria that we use in the TIP Report that we could add to TPA.

Absolutely. If you could keep me informed on the progress, not only at the National Institute but at the different offices for minority health, I would appreciate that.

I was pleased to see that the President's budget did increase NIH funding by about $1 billion. I would like to see a larger number.

There are obstacles in the way under Medicare and Medicaid for this collaborative care model, and I just would welcome your thoughts on how we can work together to try to expand these opportunities.

Secretary Burwell, it is a pleasure to have you before our committee, and thank you very much for your leadership and service to our country in this very important role under challenging circumstances.

Well, we would be interested as to what you can do under your authority, but if you need congressional help particularly, let us know what obstacles need to be addressed by Congress and how we can expedite the implementation of better…