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Fred Upton

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Fred Upton is a former U.S. Representative from Michigan, serving in the House of Representatives from 1987 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Upton represented Michigan's 6th congressional district. During his tenure, he was known for his work on issues related to healthcare, energy, and technology. He played a significant role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act's repeal and was involved in various bipartisan efforts, particularly in the areas of public health and environmental policy.

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Jan 15, 2014

Providing facts and specifics is an important first step toward restoring the credibility that we all want.

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Jan 15, 2014

The only way the public can trust the health care system and the Administration that is implementing this law is if Administration officials are open and transparent about the facts.

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Jan 15, 2014

Today we are going to continue our thoughtful oversight of the President's implementation of the health care law and its effects on Americans in Michigan as well as across the country.

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Jan 15, 2014

It is time to be candid and transparent with Congress and the American public.

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Jan 14, 2014

Yesterday's net neutrality decision, while a victory for consumers in the economy, illustrates the uncertainty flowing from the current statutory scheme and the need for this action.

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Jan 14, 2014

It's time to revamp these laws to reflect the new competitive landscape and changing consumer expectations.

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Jan 10, 2014

So the self-proclaimed, most-transparent administration in history has come out against transparency. I am sorry Republicans and Democrats may disagree on the merits of the President's health care law, and we do; but I think that we should…

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Jan 8, 2014

I want to thank my friends, Mr. Engel, the lead Democratic cosponsor of this bipartisan legislation, as well as Mr. Terry, who has helped champion this, not only in this Congress, but for the last number of years, as well. This bill needs…

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Jan 8, 2014

Our Nation's poison centers exemplify successful public- private partnerships, with Federal funds providing only 18 percent of the poison center budget. That partnership saves the Federal Government a lot of money while also delivering…

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Jan 7, 2014

I ask unanimous consent that the gentleman have an additional 2 minutes. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair cannot entertain that request.

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Jan 7, 2014

In the gentleman's remaining time, I would just say congratulations to Florida State. We from Michigan would love to see a unanimous consent that perhaps the Seminoles could play the Spartans for a national championship, and see that occur…

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Dec 12, 2013

I thank the chair of the Health Subcommittee for the time. Mr. Speaker, it is important that seniors don't find a lump of coal in their stockings for Christmas, and this fully offset package represents access to health care for about 40…

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Dec 11, 2013

At this point, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Cole), a member of the Appropriations Committee and a cosponsor of the bill.

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Dec 11, 2013

At this point, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Lance), a cosponsor of the bill and a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee.

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Dec 11, 2013

The money comes from the political conventions. I mean, that is the direct offset that is used. All of us cry for these families that lose these beautiful little kids. This bill, if it passes and gets enacted, will provide money to help…

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Dec 11, 2013

It is with great pleasure that I rise today to honor Amo Houghton for his 16 years of service on the board of directors of The Faith & Politics Institute. Amo, my good friend and our former colleague, a tireless advocate for civil rights…

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Dec 4, 2013

Congress has been active to keep pace with the new energy landscape.

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Dec 4, 2013

American energy holds tremendous potential--for millions of jobs and for affordable energy prices.

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Dec 4, 2013

America's energy picture is rapidly changing, and America's energy regulators must keep pace.

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Dec 4, 2013

Nearly every new project is met with stiff resistance at every step of the process.

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Dec 4, 2013

America's energy picture is rapidly changing and America's energy regulators have got to keep pace.

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Dec 3, 2013

Every day we are hearing from folks and families across the country about how the President's healthcare bill has wreaked havoc on their own healthcare coverage.

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Dec 3, 2013

Every day we hear from individuals and families across the country about how Obamacare has wreaked havoc on their healthcare coverage.

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Dec 3, 2013

if you like your doctor, you will be able to keep your doctor is sadly another broken promise.

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Dec 3, 2013

The President's healthcare law cut over $700 billion from the already struggling Medicare program to help fund the flawed new entitlement.

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