Political Quotes

John Kline: “The American health care system, its attendant inefficiencies, and the debilitating effect it had on American…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 2011
The American health care system, its attendant inefficiencies, and the debilitating effect it had on American competiveness required this Congress to act in the 111th Session by enacting law that would expand the risk pool, contain costs, especially for small businesses, and make coverage more affordable.
Said by
John Kline
Republican · Minnesota

Editor's note · Context

Kline argues for the necessity of health reform to improve competitiveness and affordability.

Share

More from John Kline

Mar 6, 2019

Workers and retirees must have peace of mind when it comes to their hard-earned retirement benefits.

congress.gov
Mar 6, 2019

Republicans and Democrats have a history of bipartisan cooperation on this issue.

congress.gov
Sep 21, 2016

Composite plans are not intended to replace defined benefit plans, but are intended to be an alternative to the 401(k) defined contribution plan.

congress.gov
Mar 6, 2019

Part of the way we need to approach these solutions is to adopt reforms that address the structural flaws within the plans.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation