Ed Pastor: “It is my belief that this is a political process. As much as we don't want to admit it, it is.”

First of all, I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to Henry B.'s family, and I would also like to thank them for allowing us to share Henry B. Gonzalez. Mr. Speaker, Henry B. Gonzalez was a voice and will continue to be a voice for…

I think we are going to be at least part of the fiscal year in sequestration.

I hope that regular order comes about and we have Chairman Rogers here and we had Ranking Member Lowey who I think would do it if possible.

I would hope that when the national plan is provided that we are able to at least give you some of our comments.