I believe Ms. Burwell has the qualifications to run HHS, and have assured that she will work with Members of Congress.

I am concerned that this new policy, 'Share 35,' may be worsening the liver allocation process in the United States.

I recommend strongly, Ms. Burwell, and hope the committee will endorse her nomination.

I believe both of these nominees are extremely qualified and well-suited to the tasks ahead of them.

It seems to me that time would be well spent on working to increase the number of organ donors in our country.

the International Trade Administration needs to be a powerful advocate for U.S. businesses and workers.

I believe that is a mistake, to not consider the downsides.

I am particularly bothered by the apparent lack of advocacy on behalf of strong intellectual property rights.

the protection of intellectual property rights benefits all sectors of the U.S. economy, including agriculture.

I look forward to hearing from them today.

I do not intend to support Dr. Aaron's renomination.

I think that is wrong. That is why we are having a hearing.

The administrator of the EPA is saying to temporarily halt its investigation.

That is halting and stopping, and I believe obstructing their ability to do their job.

It looks to me like we have a permanent structural deficit problem in the Highway Trust Fund.

I share your viewpoint with regard to Jim Oberstar. He was a fine, fine man and a great member of Congress.

A special thanks for your energy and your passion.

Now, would it not be the largest Federal motor fuels tax increase in modern times if we did that?