Press Releases

“Despite the huge benefits for our fiscal health and our nation’s vitality, not to mention the overwhelming support of the American people, House Republicans continue to block a vote on comprehensive immigration reform. Enough is enough – and Democrats are demanding a vote. It is time for Republicans to stop catering to the most extreme, anti-immigrant wing of their caucus, and allow a vote on the bipartisan immigration reform our nation so urgently needs.”

“For seniors, for people with disabilities, for working families, small business owners, and the middle class, the Affordable Care Act is working. More than five million Americans – and counting – have signed up on the insurance marketplaces, 3.1 million young adults have gained coverage on their parents' plans, and millions more have secured insurance through the expansion of Medicaid. Americans are enjoying the critical protections and freedoms guaranteed by this law. Moving forward, we will build on the success of the Affordable Care Act as it continues to uphold the promise of ‘life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness’ for every American.”

"Every day, we work with BBB – the Bible, the religious community, every Protestant denomination, the Jewish community, Muslim community, everybody, the National Conference of Catholic Bishops, the very stong Evangelical movement both the minority community and just across the board. Everybody understands that who we are as a nation, are people who respect the dignity and work of every person. And that’s what this bill will enable us to do."

"Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, millions of Americans are enjoying newfound health security and the personal and economic freedom that comes with it. More than five million people have enrolled in health coverage through the online insurance marketplace, and that number is growing. 3.1 million young people have been able to stay on their parents' health plan until age 26. Millions more have secured coverage through the Medicaid expansion."

“It is our hope that this Nowruz ushers in a period of peace and cooperation between the United States and Iran. With ongoing negotiations between our two countries, with a new President in Iran, there is a possibility for progress, for a new beginning, and for an era of partnership – as long as Iran’s leaders uphold their international obligations, abandon the path of isolation, pursue a peaceful future, and respect the dignity and rights of their citizens."

“With five million Americans signed up – and counting – the Affordable Care Act is moving forward. Each new enrollee is a reminder of the real, human cost of each of the 51 Republican votes to repeal or undermine this legislation. It's time for Republicans to abandon their ill-advised assault on the health of the middle class and for us to work together to keep Americans on the road to greater choice, quality, and affordability in their health care.”

“I urge my colleagues to vote against this bill, and I hope that when we return after the recess week – yet again, another recess week – Republicans will be ready to get serious and be ready to get back to work for a permanent ‘doc fix’ so that our seniors will be served. With that, Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.”

“Thank you for giving me the honor to share some thoughts with you this morning. Good luck in your deliberations. I can’t wait to see what comes out of it so I know where we’re going next."