The irony is that the proponents of Dodd-Frank told us that the new law would bring certainty to the market and stimulate economic growth.

I rise today to pay tribute to Mr. W.R. ``Willie'' Jones, who passed away on Friday, March 25, 2011. Willie was dedicated to providing hope for a better life for underprivileged children in Montgomery, AL, and he was a personal friend…

So you are basically committing to be responsive to their requests.

it would be irresponsible to ignore the concerns about the CLASS program's long-term sustainability in its current form.

However, some of my colleagues on the HELP authorizing committee, specifically Senator Enzi and Senator Hatch have talked to me, and have many outstanding requests for information from your Department.

Treatment choices should be made between doctors and patients, rather than by folks in Washington, DC.

one of the most results-driven aspects of our entire Federal budget.

One of the major concerns I have heard from constituents about the new health law is that it will lead to government control and rationing.

In this austere economic environment, Congress is struggling with difficult budget decisions.

I am concerned that the new chronic disease grant program will create a scenario where the rich get richer and the poor get poorer.

To ensure that the Congress has the necessary information to make informed decisions about the implementation of the new law going forward, Madam Secretary, would you commit--and have you committed before--to have your Department respond…

I am disappointed that the administration has not significantly reduced healthcare spending.