"If we have been derelict, then we have to change what the laws are, period."
"I think it is critical that this Committee continue its investigation into what we all agree--let's make that clear."
"When we put the Affordable Care Act together, the purpose of that was to look at, one of the specifics was Medicare and to reduce the cost."
"I will have you know. But we must remember that the President offered the proposal in the context of a broad, large deficit-reduction package that requires both spending cuts and increased revenues."
"I must commend you, I must commend Ms. Schwartz, and those people who have put some proposals on the table."
"From every account that I have seen, private contracting threatens the very health of America's senior citizens and people with disabilities."
"According to the Joint Committee on Taxation, 75 percent--75 percent of the MID is claimed by taxpayers with incomes below $200,000."
"I strongly believe that we need to do something about income inequality in this country."
"I am a big believer in our nation's public transit systems and support robust federal investment in their growth."
"Continued underinvestment in transportation infrastructure will only hamper economic growth."
"Federal investment in transportation infrastructure plays an essential role in protecting public health and safety, promoting commerce, and keeping America competitive."