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On the recordJanuary 21, 2026
They are hiding behind false claims and unauthorized administrative barriers in order to inflict pain on States that the President dislikes. Let me be clear. These payments are legally required under the law, and this freeze is unlawful. The administration needs to pay the States what they are owed. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``no'' on the bill.
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Brad Schneider
Democratic · Illinois

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Addressing the legality of payment freezes to states during a debate on a bill.

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