WALLY HERGER: “These cuts will significantly alter the program and jeopardize seniors' access to the health plans they rely on.”

The law's new mandates and regulations are standing in the way of job creation at a time when unemployment remains high and our economy desperately needs more jobs.

Our seniors and those with disabilities deserve more than nameless political appointees who will deny care if they decide it costs too much.

Given the current fiscal issues facing the Medicare program, it is critical that the Committee ensures that taxpayer and beneficiary dollars are being spent appropriately.

The premium support model holds promise to place Medicare on sound financial footing while transforming and modernizing the program.