Phil Gingrey: “This country is on the verge of a medical liability crisis.”

Paul, I would just like to say that I think a great part of the legacy of your Speakership has been showing civility and character, and I truly mean that. I think everybody in this Chamber would agree with that. We applaud you for that.

The President has consistently said that what is now reality would never happen, that if you like your health plan, you can keep it period.

Let me first commend Chairman Upton and our colleague from Colorado, Ms. DeGette, for spearheading this bipartisan endeavor.

As educators and legislators, we must not neglect our duties to equip these young people, our children, these students, with the tools and the knowledge to build a successful career.