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September 24, 2009
By a vote of 406-18, the House passed the Medicare Premium Fairness Act (HR 3631) this afternoon to protect 11 million seniors and cash-strapped states from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. For nearly 75% of Medicare enrollees, Medicare Part B premiums -- which cover physician and outpatient care and is deducted from Social Security checks -- cannot increase more than the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security. Because the Social Security COLA is likely to be zero next year because of the recession, without congressional action, the other 27% of enrollees will see their Part B premium increase from $96 per month to $110-120 per month as Part B premiums are required by law to cover 25 percent of Medicare Part B's costs.
Speech
September 23, 2009
“Essential to the CBC's efforts on behalf of all Americans is your ‘Opportunities for All - Pathways Out of Poverty' agenda. As we strengthen our economy for all Americans, we must pay particular attention to those who have been facing long-term economic hardship..."
Blog Post
September 23, 2009
“The thoughts and prayers of this entire Congress and the people we represent -- the American people -- are with the people of Georgia today, and in the days ahead as we work with them to ensure they have all that they need..."
Speech
September 23, 2009
“The thoughts and prayers of this entire Congress and the people we represent -- the American people -- are with the people of Georgia today, and in the days ahead as we work with them to ensure they have all that they need..."
Blog Post
September 23, 2009
Today, the House passed a resolution by Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during storms and floods in Georgia this past week and expressing gratitude to all of the emergency personnel who continue to work with unyielding determination to meet the needs of Georgia's residents.
Speaker Pelosi:
I thank the gentleman for yielding and for giving us this opportunity to come to the floor to express on the floor of the House our condolences to the people of Georgia in this very, very sad time.
Blog Post
September 23, 2009
Health insurance reform opponents continue to spread myths about America's Affordable Health Choices Act, including the myth that reform will cost small businesses too much. However, research shows that small businesses will benefit significantly from health insurance reform in a number of ways including lower health care costs and saved jobs.
MYTH: 'Health insurance reform will cost small businesses too much.'
Speech
September 22, 2009
“The confirmation of Justice Sonia Sotomayor to serve in our nation's highest court realizes the ideals upon which the CHC was founded, and fulfills the hopes of millions of Americans..."
Press Release
September 22, 2009
“The worst economic crisis since the Great Depression is taking its harshest toll on the men and women who are facing it without steady employment. The New Direction Congress' top priority is to put in place policies that will grow the economy and create jobs, but despite clear signs of economic recovery, too many Americans have yet to return to full-time employment..."
Blog Post
September 22, 2009
“The worst economic crisis since the Great Depression is taking its harshest toll on the men and women who are facing it without steady employment. The New Direction Congress' top priority is to put in place policies that will grow the economy and create jobs, but despite clear signs of economic recovery, too many Americans have yet to return to full-time employment..."
Press Release
September 22, 2009
“President Obama reaffirmed America's commitment to transition to a clean energy economy that creates jobs and reduces global warming pollution. The President emphasized the urgency of taking action at home and working together with our global partners to reduce emissions worldwide..."