Joe Barton: “I have a bill out there, have had for some time, H.R. 1196, which would allow the bronze- and silver-level plans to be…”

Every now and then, we have a day when it reminds us why we ran for Congress. Today is one of those days.

That's hard to stomach. We wouldn't be having this discussion if there wasn't a general agreement that your company has discriminated against conservatives, most of whom happen to be Republican.

Before I yield to Dr. Burgess, I echo what Congresswoman Castor just said about the staffs that have worked so hard. We couldn't have done this bill without all the individuals she just named. I also thank her. When she said I have been…

I think it's good to have this and I think it's very good that we try to work to tighten up and, as the gentlelady just said, let's determine what the real intent is and then legislate accordingly.