Madam Chair, I rise today in strong opposition to H.R. 3. This misguided, partisan legislation was written behind closed doors. It will result in fewer cures, less innovation, and worse health outcomes. We all agree that prescription drug affordability is a vital issue for the American people. However, we shouldn't be sacrificing new cures in the process. The bill tells patients with cancer, Alzheimer's, and other terrible diseases to keep waiting for the cures they so desperately need. That is why I support H.R. 19, the Lower Costs, More Cures Act. This bipartisan bill will lower out-of-pocket spending while also protecting access to new medicines and cures. Madam Chair, we have an important opportunity to work in a bipartisan fashion for the American people. But here we are again, considering a partisan bill that has no path forward in the Senate. This has become such a disturbing trend. I urge my colleagues to vote against this flawed legislation so we can work together on a bipartisan solution.
On the recordDecember 11, 2019
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