I want to commend you for holding today's hearing. As our first Health Subcommittee of the 113th Congress, I think it sends a strong message that fixing the Sustainable Growth Rate system is our top priority, and I know it is certainly my top priority.
Frank Pallone Jr.: “I want to commend you for holding today's hearing. As our first Health Subcommittee of the 113th Congress, I think it…”
On the recordFebruary 13, 2013
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Pallone emphasizes the importance of addressing the Sustainable Growth Rate system.
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