Orrin Hatch

I rise today to discuss the debacle that is the so-called Affordable Care Act. I don't think there is anyone in this Chamber, Republican or Democrat, who would dispute that thus far the implementation of this law has been a disaster…

I appreciate my colleague from New York. He is a great Senator. I understand his concern here, but we ought to do this in accordance with regular order, especially on the Finance Committee, to get to where we work on these matters and get…

I appreciate my colleague's commitment to this particular issue. However, this is just one of many tax provisions which will expire at the end of the year. In the past, the senior the Senator from New York supported the extension of…

I wish to speak on the nomination of John Koskinen to be the next Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. I want to say upfront that I support Mr. Koskinen's nomination as I believe he is a qualified candidate for this position and…

Congratulations to Vince on his accomplishments during his tenure as AdvaMedDx chairman, and best wishes to AdvaMedDx for many future successes. ____________________

AdvaMedDx also has established itself as a global leader, driving collaboration with allied associations in Europe, Canada, Brazil, Japan, and Australia.

During Mr. Forlenza's tenure as chairman, AdvaMedDx doubled the size of its membership and established itself as a credible voice on health care policy in Washington and around the world. Under Mr. Forlenza's leadership, the diagnostic…

The diagnostics sector spans thousands of different kinds of tests, from blood tests for cholesterol to new genetic tests that identify cancer variants and match patients to the most appropriate drugs. Diagnostic tests facilitate…

I thank the Senator from Vermont and the Senator from Washington for providing clarification on this issue. I am happy to hear that the legislative intent of the budget deal is to continue the use of the not-for-profit student loan…

I have decided to support the budget agreement, though it is by no means the budget solution that I would have written and it contains some imperfections. Following up on earlier remarks today in a colloquy on the Senate floor by my…

Our fee-shifting language, similar to the test used in current law, would require courts to award attorneys' fees to the prevailing party.

The idea of using mandatory fee shifting to discourage frivolous patent litigation is not a new concept.

The standard for fee shifting in current law is too high.

The bill before us would not only prohibit arbitration but actually terminate arbitration agreements that parties have already entered into.

This is a very important issue and to ask if I could submit written questions to the witnesses.

I have certainly enjoyed the remarks of the distinguished Senator from North Dakota. He has done a terrific job in the Senate and made a real difference, and I personally appreciate it very much. We all know we are here for one basic…

Unfortunately, my fears about privacy and security have been confirmed in recent months as the implementation of the Obamacare exchanges has led to countless problems.

I fear that the IRS will never be fully capable of ensuring that advanced refundable tax credits go only to those who are truly eligible.

I asked if you would make a commitment to this committee that, if confirmed, you will ensure that any political activity regulation the IRS finalizes will apply equally to 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), and 501(c)(6) organizations.

That is why I introduced the 'Trust But Verify Act,' which would stop the Obamacare exchanges from operating until the GAO and HHS Inspector General can certify that necessary privacy and data security parameters are in place.

The Obamacare premium subsidies, in my opinion, are a fraudster's dream come true.

The IRS is one of the most powerful agencies in our government, and, consequently, it is both feared and loathed by millions of Americans.

For years, I have been concerned that the personal financial records of millions of Americans are at serious risk due to Obamacare's new information-sharing requirements.

That is strong evidence that the IRS intends to hammer social welfare groups and, in the end, let the unions slide by.

I want to personally pay tribute to you for being willing to take this very difficult job at this very difficult time and for the excellent work that you have done in the past in so many ways.