Joseph Pitts actually said...

"The subcommittee will come to order. The chair will recognize himself for an opening statement."

"I look forward to working with all parties in the coming weeks and months with the goal of getting SGR reform to the President's desk."

"The committee has sought to accomplish SGR reform through an open and transparent process with consideration given to all relevant stakeholders."

"The commitment to exploring bipartisan reform from Mr. Pallone, Mr. Waxman, leaves me hopeful that bipartisan reform is indeed possible."