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Tim Murphy: “Lack of readiness or preparation on your part does not constitute a reason that Congress gives up its responsibilities…”

On the recordSeptember 18, 2013
Lack of readiness or preparation on your part does not constitute a reason that Congress gives up its responsibilities to have oversight.
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Tim Murphy
Republican · Pennsylvania

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Murphy emphasizes Congress's oversight role regardless of the situation with CMS.

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