Jeff Fortenberry

If we had some greater, higher level, a definition with higher standards, then we would be able to take some of those stores out, and we would see less trafficking.

When that happens, when we identify that and we disqualify a retailer, do an investigation, disqualify a retailer, we send that information to the State so that the State can then look at the client.

So, if you could find out what the timeline is for implementation and then the specifics as to which States perhaps are leading in their efforts to implement these recommendations along with FNS guidance, that would be helpful, and perhaps…

We want this targeted to persons really in need.

I think it is important to recognize that we depend upon you to bring us the results of your audits and in a timely fashion, that are substantive and clear.

When we have a system that is not ensuring that those who need the help are getting it in a timely fashion, we are potentially wasting it; we are undermining our own mission here.

You have one of the most powerful jobs in the United States Government. Did you know that?

You don't want to be in a situation where you have someone in an undergrad college who has received scholarships and may not have an income level and is at a substantial university taking out students loans, who is using money in the…

But explain for those of us who don't have criminal minds how this actually can occur and then what steps are now underway to tackle it.

The intent here is to again ensure the integrity of the missions of the programs, and our substantive way of doing that is through you being the basic watchdog.

Because, again, please understand, I think the chairman very well said it; it goes to the heart of the integrity of the program and what its core mission should be.

We are in full partnership on this.

I think it potentially will disrupt the nation's food supply.

I voted to increase that debt ceiling.

I don't have any further questions, but thank you gentlemen for your service.

I think that this demands cooperation between the White House and the Congress to figure out how the necessary task of reducing spending takes place in a more targeted manner.

I also have a problem with the word entitlement for another reason, because people who have set aside savings for their entire life as a guarantee for retirement income security, as well as healthcare security, should not be stigmatized by…

Exhilarating. Wonderful. Thank you for your service.

Specifics, even if they have to be in a bit of a broad range, I understand that, but tens of billions of dollars is too broad.

So you want to keep it as a library, that is what you are saying?

We cannot sustain our current trajectory--yet at the same time to deliver smart and effective government services.

A couple of quick points. One is, you mentioned that the effect of increased taxes and these possible spending reductions would have about a negative 1.5 effect...

I agree with the commentary that, going to the issue of the sequester, it is a clumsy way to do this across the board.

I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days to revise and extend their remarks. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Nebraska? There was no objection.

If the gentleman would perhaps be interested in entering into a bit of a dialogue, and I'm sorry I missed your earlier statement, but let me say to you, thank you for your stalwart leadership, your deep commitment to the beautiful gift of…