Phil Gingrey: “the Federal Government tries to do the right thing in many instances--I would hope in all instances and it seems that…”

there is nothing more permanent than a temporary federal government program.

I thank Jim for yielding some of his time. Primarily, I will report on the Congressional Study Groups program. As a Member, I had the honor of co-chairing the Congressional Study Group on Germany for, I think, 4 years. It was absolutely…

Would you please help the committee to understand how citizens from the State of Georgia will be benefiting from higher costs and a lack of competition on these exchanges other than to dole out Federal subsidy money by self-attestation?

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.