Orrin Hatch: “There are a number of issues I wish to speak on today, but first I wish to extend my most sincere condolences to the…”

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…

Those backlogs at the Social Security Administration are unacceptable to many, if not most, of us here in the Senate.

I say, 'damn right.'

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.