Tim Walberg: “I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Chair, as I travel across Michigan, I constantly hear about the high cost of…”

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Chair, as I travel across Michigan, I constantly hear about the high cost of prescription drugs. Hardworking families are simply paying too much. That is why we need to tackle this issue in a bipartisan way, not try to score political points. Sadly, H.R. 3 is a partisan, heavy-handed approach that has no chance of becoming law. Let's be honest: Government doesn't negotiate; they dictate. This drug pricing scheme will ultimately hurt families, stifle innovation, and prevent lifesaving cures from becoming available to our friends, our neighbors, and families. There is a better approach, a plan that is patient-focused and filled with bipartisan provisions that enjoys support in the Senate as well. It is H.R. 19, the Lower Costs, More Cures Act. This bill will strengthen transparency, encourage medical breakthroughs, and make medications that families rely on more affordable. If the other side is serious about getting something done, then we should be voting on the Lower Costs, More Cures Act this week.”