Orrin Hatch: “Concerns about surveillance do not become a stalking horse for digital protectionism.”

Having a confirmed Commissioner, and sustained leadership, will benefit the Social Security Administration.

I urge Congress pass the OPEN ACT before the end of this year.

The Finance Committee has worked with the Treasury Department to ensure proper responsiveness to committee inquiries. We are continuing to review these matters to determine what further oversight is required.

It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve on this committee.