Chris Murphy actually said...

"In the event of a pandemic, it is critical for the public health to be able to respond quickly..."

"I want to thank the Chairman and Senator Murray for their work in helping to pass... the legislation which authorizes the position for which Dr. McCance-Katz is being nominated for."

"The issue of parity for the treatment of mental and substance use disorders has been an ongoing problem."

"this hearing is really important. It's part of our obligation as a committee to review the nominations"