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A Republican Solution For Health Insurance Reform

Floor Speech

Date: Sept. 16, 2009
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Health and Health Care

A Republican Solution For Health Insurance Reform

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Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, I am humbled and grateful for the overwhelming support by the people of South Carolina.

House Republicans have been developing commonsense reforms for our health care system. The Republican Study Committee, led by Dr. Tom Price of Georgia, has introduced H.R. 3400, a bill to make health insurance accessible, affordable, and portable. The bill gives small businesses the tools to provide coverage for their employees, it covers preexisting conditions, and promotes wellness and a healthy lifestyle.

The Republican plan does not impose taxes on individuals and small businesses, which will cost jobs. It does not add billions more to our Nation's debt. The American people have spoken, and their voices must not be ignored. We can work together for health insurance reform.

In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism.

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