Frank Pallone actually said...

"Thank you, Chairman Walden and Ranking Member Eshoo, for holding this hearing today."

"the first Health Subcommittee hearing on mental health is once again a legislative hearing on the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act."

"I am opposed to several provisions in the bill, including its changes to HIPAA that would weaken the privacy rights of individuals with diagnosed mental illness."

"Lack of insurance coverage is not only a significant barrier, but maybe the most significant barrier to someone receiving consistent care for a serious mental illness."