Ben Cardin

Elkridge, Maryland, is a wonderful place. I pass it twice a day.

If we want to harmonize with our competitors, the easiest way is to harmonize with other countries in regards to consumption taxes.

I look forward to removing the roadblocks that we have in the system that prevent communities from pursuing innovative ways, less expensive ways, and more effective ways to deal with those who are stressed.

The other area which is relatively new and has some concerns that it is used appropriately is stabilization centers...

I look forward to working with you on that, because I think that is clearly a very fruitful model.

One of the more successful options in our State has been peer-support services.

We do not have an integrated care system that reimburses for integrated care.

I think all those are important aspects of dealing with the opioid crisis.

I do believe it is not only important for our country but a signal to many other countries to ratify this agreement.

The ratification of this treaty is so important.

Dealing with people with disabilities so they have full opportunity is a human rights issue.

The U.S. reputation is on the line, and we expect you to know if you report something.

The proof is in the results, and we do not know whether the results are there or not

Our stated mission is to reduce noncombatant casualties

The only way we are going to have a lasting peace in Yemen

I appreciate that. And then I want to get to a topic that you and I talked about in my office, and that is torture.

Do we have your assurances that you will work closely with us in implementing that statute?

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Let me--tomorrow Vice President Pence will be heading to Peru for the Summit of the Americas.

I need to correct the record. I understand the President's position. I was asking the nominee's position.

You have been pretty clear about the outcome you would like to see in North Korea, which I believe--if I am misstating this, please, let me know--which is regime change.

We are running very close to a deadline on certification.

It has also been very clear that Europe has said pretty directly we cannot unilaterally, the West, modify the agreement.

There is no question that Iran is a bad actor here, and they continue to be a bad actor.

I want to know your views.

I want to thank your family, because this clearly is going to be a family sacrifice.