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John Yarmuth

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John Yarmuth is a former U.S. Representative from Kentucky, serving in the House from January 4, 2007, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Yarmuth represented Kentucky's 3rd congressional district. During his time in office, he was known for his work on issues such as healthcare, education, and fiscal responsibility. He served on several committees, including the House Budget Committee, where he played a significant role in shaping budgetary policies.

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Aug 26, 2013

Because of their great work in preparing Kentucky's health insurance marketplace, our Commonwealth is positioned to be a national model.

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Aug 26, 2013

But you have not actually been sent a bill. You do not know it?

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Aug 26, 2013

Thank you for holding today's hearing.

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Aug 26, 2013

It is the law. It has been upheld by the Supreme Court.

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Aug 26, 2013

Ultimately, we need to have a country that works for everybody, and I think those of us who supported the Affordable Care Act, even when we would have preferred something different, and I am one of those.

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Jul 30, 2013

I want to thank my friend from Florida for his kind remarks. It was a wonderful competition. I would like to blame redistricting on the reversal of fortune that we've had over the last 2 years; but I can say in all honesty that it was a…

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Jul 22, 2013

This is all good news and stands in stark contrast to the claims we've been hearing from the other side for three years... Now is not the time to reverse course.

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Jul 22, 2013

What the country clearly needs are policies that will encourage the modernization of America's capital stock...

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Jul 17, 2013

Literacy is the foundation for success in every aspect of our economy and society. Research clearly demonstrates that a literacy-rich environment starting in early childhood is a critical prerequisite for high school graduation, college…

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Jun 5, 2013

When women succeed, our economy grows, our communities prosper, and our Nation thrives. And yet, 50 years after President Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act into law, some in Congress seem content to let the pay gap between men and women…

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Jun 3, 2013

Expanding Medicaid is expected to provide a cumulative economic boost of $15.6 billion through new health spending.

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May 22, 2013

As the reckless across-the-board cuts in Federal spending known as ``sequester'' continue, I want to share a letter I received from my constituents, Leslie and Brian Tucker: After being robbed by our home lender during the mortgage…

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