I ask unanimous consent that I be able to be speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

My biggest concern is lack of activity as opposed to calories in. I think that is the biggest problem with obesity.

I ask unanimous consent that I be able to express my entire remarks during this period of time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I must say, Mr. Chairman, that I am impressed with your statement. I know that we have had several Senators talk about unraveling Obamacare.

I must tell you that, in the rural health care delivery system, in talking to many of my hospital administrators and the rural providers--you are in charge of CMS--the term used a lot in the past has been 'it is a mess.' I know you are…

I think we need to see a rescue team to make sure that that bridge is still there, but build new bridges.

You have a very impressive record with regard to Medicaid.

Congratulations on your nomination, Ms. Verma.

Ladd Seaberg, a Kansas resident whose home was in Atchison, KS, passed away on Kansas' 156th birthday. My State lost an individual who epitomizes all that it means to be a Kansan. Throughout his life, Ladd was dedicated to serving his…

the cost of stores is an important aspect to me, because in my area, stores are very far apart

the entire process, and I don't think there is anybody here that doesn't care about nutrition for our families and our children

I ask unanimous consent that I have the opportunity to speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

In my view, it takes both.

The promise was made as we moved more toward community-based services that the money would flow from the hospitals to the community-based services.

The tremendous financial burden that now accrues for, in a sense, housing those who really need to be cared for in a mental health setting end up in our county jails and our city jails.

Way too many veterans who have mental health conditions are slipping through the cracks.

If we can overcome our differences, maybe Republicans and Democrats can do the same.

I too am honored to be part of the 115th Congress, the freshman class, a group of people who want to work together. I think back to my campaign the last two years, and one of the most common concerns I had from people were: Why can't…