Barbara Kennelly: “Thank you, Leader. And now I would like to present the Honorable Connie Morella, president of the Former Members…”

Thank you all for joining us today. Our association was chartered by Congress, and one requirement of that charter is for us to report once a year to Congress about our activities. Wait until you see how many activities that we have. Many…

And we are really very honored to be able to welcome the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Boehner.

All those little States up there. And thank you, Leader Hoyer, for being with us this morning. I can always know where your seniority is because I was one behind you, and you were fortunate and you stayed. Anyway, we begin this meeting…

The Chair wishes to recognize that our president is here, Dennis Hertel, and one of the finest Members that we have had for years, Bill Hughes is also here. We are delighted to have both of you. Of course, Dennis has given us yeoman's…