Congresswoman McCollum’s Statement on GOP’s Attempt to Repeal the Affordable Care Act

For Immediate Release: July 10, 2012
Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) strongly opposes the Republicans’ attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act despite the recent Supreme Court ruling. Tonight, she will deliver the following statement on the floor of the House of Representatives.

[as prepared]

“This Republican-Tea Party led Congress is wasting America’s time to promote the only issue they care about – their own re-election. Today’s vote is not about healthcare. It is a gimmick to pander to Tea Party voters.

“This bill shows the Republican vision for healthcare: deny coverage, deny care, and deny the law of the land.

“If you have a child with a pre-existing condition, possibly a life-threatening illness – this Republican plan means your child’s health insurance can be terminated. If you are a senior on Medicare – this Republican bill throws you back into the donut hole. This Republican bill repeals the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, harming Native children, families, and seniors all across Indian Country.

“The Affordable Care Act is the constitutional law of the land and it is a good law.

“President Obama and Democrats must continue to work to implement the law and extend quality, affordable healthcare to millions of Americans.”

Congresswoman Betty McCollum serves on the House Appropriations and Budget Committees.

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