From Texas is recognized. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And thank you, Secretary, for being here today. Mr. Secretary, as you know, The hospice care program is a vital part of the health care system with over 50% of Medicare patients utilizing the program. But it's also one of the hardest realities that a family can endure. We know how personal this issue is for you as you and your family provided for your father excellent end of life care. (00:07–00:15)
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