I call this meeting to order.
I'd like to thank our guests for being with us today.
Senators, welcome. Obviously we were delayed in starting because of votes. I know you're all too familiar with that.
I'd like to thank you for taking the time today to meet with the committee to talk about the report that you have completed. We invited former senator Rompkey and Senator Watt. They're unable to be with us today, but we look forward to hearing Senator Manning and Senator Patterson elaborate further on the report that was completed in 2010 by their committee.
Both senators have opening statements. I'll turn the floor over to Senator Manning to begin with his statement first. Then, Senator Patterson, you can follow right afterwards.
Senator Manning, the floor is yours.