Johnny Isakson: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman.”

Your service when working with you has been a privilege. You have done a phenomenal job as Chairman in the House.

Success now and in the future will require close collaboration between the VA and Congress, a focus on engagement as well as accountability.

We have a second to certify our growth in the VA by nominating James Byrne and approving his appointment. We have all worked hard to see that the VA is responsive. We get good news in the papers, not bad news. We are helping our veterans…

I just want to say to the gentleman from Ohio that I have been to the Edmund Pettus Bridge. I went there with John Lewis. John Lewis is a great American. I supported title V and the Civil Rights Act. So I appreciate your remarks and your…