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On the recordJanuary 17, 2017
I think most people reject that idea. As you said, we don't want to pull the rug out from under people who are relying on the insurance that has been provided through the ACA.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Collins emphasizes the need for a replacement before repealing the ACA to protect current beneficiaries.

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