Jim McDermott: “We have watched Europe deal with the same economic situation we are dealing with, and they have had such magnificent…”

This is the kind of hearing where there isn't much disagreement about the fact that we want to have quality.

It has been a pleasure serving on this committee.

Now, the reason I raise this issue is that we all know that about 70 percent of healthcare costs occur in the last 6 months of life.

In my opinion, it could be one of the most important hearings we have held during my time as ranking member on the subcommittee.