Chris Van Hollen: “I intend to file a motion to commit the reconciliation bill to the Finance Committee with instructions to report the…”

“I intend to file a motion to commit the reconciliation bill to the Finance Committee with instructions to report the same back to the Senate within 3 days, not counting any day on which the Senate is not in Session, with changes that would eliminate provisions that threaten to make prescription drugs unaffordable for those with childhood cancer. I am offering this motion because the Finance Committee should review the implications of depriving millions of Americans of health insurance while at the same time providing tax breaks to the wealthiest Americans. I ask unanimous consent that the full text of my motion to commit be printed in the Record following my remarks. Motion to Commit With Instructions Mr. Van Hollen moves to commit the bill H.R. 1628 to the Committee on Finance with instructions to report the same back to the Senate in 3 days, not counting any day on which the Senate is not in session, with changes that-- (1) are within the jurisdiction of such committee; and (2) eliminate provisions that threaten to make prescription drugs unaffordable for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. Motion to Commit With Instructions Mr. Van Hollen moves to commit the bill H.R.…”