Thank you for arranging this hearing so that we can examine ways in which to improve veterans' benefits and evaluate ways in which we can address some of the concerns that have been brought before the Committee during the hearings we have…

One of the most important things that we do in the Senate is the confirmation of judges, the process of selecting people with the right temperament and the right qualifications.

I want to thank Senator Begich for his help with the bill that we have introduced.

I believe that Susan Hickey will do a great job and that we will all be very proud of her future service on the bench.

Mr. President, it has been brought to my attention that certain Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Life Care Communities are required to pay a provider tax despite the fact that they provide no beds and no services that are…

In these very difficult economic times, not only does that increase markets and things like that, but that really is a thing that will help provide another security network.

I would really encourage you, and I know you are doing this, but some things were done after Katrina...

Thank you, Madam Chair, and we appreciate you all being here. Your testimony is really very, very helpful.

I would love to hear from the liaisons themselves, you know, that are actually doing this work.

The Civil Works program of the Corps is so important to the Nation.

I want to thank the nominees for their history of service and their continued willingness to serve our country.