Orrin Hatch: “Are you telling me the deficit is going to go down? I do not believe that.”

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

Understanding what is happening in field and regional offices is critical in the role of executive leader of the agency.

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

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.