"It is important we learn from failed ideas of the past."
"I stand ready to work with anyone on any of these options to start addressing this crisis because I think I simply can't, I just don't think we can afford to wait any longer."
"Hon. Joseph R. Pitts, a Representative in Congress from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, opening statement."
"This is in direct violation of federal law under the Weldon amendment and a direct assault on conscience rights."
"I have to say I am disappointed. This budget does not balance. Ever."
"I believe Congress and the Administration have a moral responsibility and duty to solve the problems before they fail the millions of people who depend on them."
"This action by California is a direct violation of the Weldon amendment, which your Department is tasked with enforcing."
"We have opened an investigation in the Office of Civil Rights at HHS to investigate. We take this seriously."
"Biologics are used to treat a number of serious diseases and conditions and have improved the lives of millions of Americans."
"In 2009, this committee passed the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act (BPCIA) by a vote of 47 to 11."
"FDA approved the first biosimilar in March 2015 and is convening an advisory committee next week to consider a second application."
"I supported the creation of a pathway for biosimilars, and for empowering FDA with the authority and resources to ensure that biosimilars are safely available here in the U.S. for the patients that ne..."