Joseph Pitts actually said...

"I look forward to hearing from our witnesses today."

"Medicaid was designed as a safety net for the most vulnerable Americans, including pregnant women, dependent children, the blind and the disabled."

"I would argue that under the current law, a great deal of flexibility exists while simultaneously providing a baseline of protections for beneficiaries."

"While we expect all States to participate in the Medicaid expansion because it is an advantageous fiscal arrangement, I am troubled and discouraged that there are many who still have not decided to ex..."