If confirmed, will you have any problem vigorously enforcing such laws as the SAFE Act?

What if we have a statute that has been previously signed by the executive branch, passed by Congress, and we have an executive order that undermines the statute?

I want to identify my remarks with those of Senator Kohl.

opening statement.

We must make sure that we create responsible legislation that calls for an appropriate level of regulation.

No one can argue with the concepts of transparency and accountability.

These hearings will serve as a useful resource for this Committee as we consider the draft legislation you have proposed.

Thank you, Chairman Peterson, for calling today's hearing.

My main concern is how the legislation will impact risk management for agricultural producers.

I don't want to even imagine the kind of mess that would create.

We appreciate the opportunity to examine your draft legislation that addresses concerns with the derivatives industry and its impact on the U.S. economy.

What I do not have confidence in is that he has the management tools he needs to make sure the U.S. Postal Service is on a steady footing.

What you have to do is tell us what you need.

I am worried that the next headline is going to be 'Auto bailout followed by post office bailout.'

Are you saying you need the flexibility to do it without political interference?

We need to make the changes that are necessary and flexibility in management so we can respond to the economic realities that actually face you.

I commend Senator Harkin for highlighting the issues of high risk populations and emphasizing that effective strategies to reduce the risk of disease must be a central part of health reform.

some of us don't think that's a good idea and we want to at least be heard as well as the other side.