Vern Buchanan: “Mr. Buchanan is a very selfish person. And in my opinion, folks who go to Congress have got to do good for their people…”

You are a big asset on the committee, and everybody knows that.

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 59, line 9, after the dollar amount, insert ``(reduced by $6,250,000) (increased by $6,250,000)''. The…

That is why I offered an amendment last year to the NDAA which has since become law, requiring the Pentagon to examine emergency medical services and capability at U.S. military bases around the world.

I thank the chairman for his leadership, as well. I rise today in strong support of my bill, the Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act. This important legislation will expand treatment options for Americans living with chronic diseases…