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Rep. David Scott (GA-13) discusses the merits of the bill:
We came in the spirit of hope that the President would take yes for an answer. The legislation that we will send to his desk certainly supports the troops.
Subcommittee Chairman Lacy Clay gives opening remarks:
| Subcommittee Chairman Lacy Clay: "I have serious concerns about how the EAC [Election Assistance Commission] is handling its stewardship role within our federal election system." |
The Senate vote occurred on the same day that Families USA issued a new report finding that drug prices are going up despite the repeated assertions by the Bush Administration that Medicare Part D is bringing drug prices down. The report finds that for the top 15 drugs prescribed for seniors, the median Medicare Part D price has skyrocketed in the last year, growing by 9.2 percent -- almost four times the inflation rate of 2.4 percent.
Mr. Speaker, it is with deep sadness that Congress today recognizes the great tragedy that stuck our country and the community of Virginia Tech on Monday. We offer our condolences to the many who now grieve.I want to particularly extend my condolences to our colleagues here for the sorrow that has taken place in their state.
I am disappointed. Criminalizing doctors for performing medically necessary procedures to save a woman's life or protect her health is wrong. The Court's decision is a significant step backwards.