rhode island. so he's managed to bring everybody to the table. before chrisbecame the rst health care insurance commissioner, he was instrumental in setting up the neighborhood health plan of rhode island, a safety net insurance plan which not only is effective in providing care, but it is also recognized of providing excellent care. it is a bulwark of our medicaid program in the state of rhode island. he comes to this task with extraordinary skill. he's a graduate of dartmouth college and yale university. and in a given day he needs both, theology and management to get things done. i just say personally i've had the privilege of knowing chris and being a friend. there is no one with more intelligence, integrity and dedication and selfless dedication than chris koller. i'm just honored i could introduce him, mr. chairman. >> thank you very much, senator reed. i'm aware of the travails you went through to get here. i was following your travels yesterday, and my staff kept advising me because of the weather, was unable to take your flight, and as i understand,