Orrin Hatch: “I know it is the pattern that the Chairman and the Ranking Member give the opening statement and we do not.”

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.

I want to thank my dear colleague from Iowa. He is one of the greatest Senators I have served with. He is just a wonderful friend and a wonderful Senator. He has worked his tail off the whole time he has been here. I am grateful for his…

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

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