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Max Baucus is a former U.S. Senator from Montana, serving from 1978 to 2014. A member of the Democratic Party, Baucus was known for his work on health care reform and tax policy. He played a significant role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act and was a key advocate for various economic initiatives during his tenure. Baucus also served as the Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, where he influenced legislation related to taxation and trade. After leaving the Senate, he was appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to China, where he focused on strengthening U.S.-China relations.
Mr. President, this is another in a long series of killer amendments. Clearly, allowing States to opt out of any or all provisions of the underlying health care reform bill would have that result. States could decide not to abide by health…
Mr. President, this amendment basically has the intent of creating a group of second-class employees. It is very similar to the issue of subminimum wage. It makes all the sense in the world to distinguish the two, between the HIRE Act and…
Mr. President, this is an honest, straightforward amendment which is concerned about people making more than $200,000. The effect of some amendments prior to this moment have been trying to protect people making less than $200,000. This…
Mr. President, how have Kansas and Kansas State done lately? This is a very simple amendment. This health care bill is premised on the assumption that all groups should participate in finding the correct health care solution for our health…
Mr. President, two subjects. First, I wish to correct the record. I mistakenly stated that the Kansas Wildcats were not in the Sweet 16. That was an error. The Kansas State Wildcats are very much in the Sweet 16, and my apologies to coach…
I would say to my good friend, he isn't nearly as sorry as I am. Basically, this is like the last amendment--two flaws. It exempts a certain group from the shared responsibility in helping to finance health care reform. The second flaw is…
Mr. President, this amendment is very similar to the past two amendments we voted on. It seeks to exempt a sympathetic group of individuals from the excise tax on medical device manufacturers. The amendment is misplaced. We already exempt…
Mr. President, the Senator from New Hampshire and I kid each other about this. The fact is, this is another killer amendment, and it is apparent it is designed to kill this bill. Why do I say that? Because on October 21 of last year, the…
Mr. President, saying it doesn't make it so. It is not at all as it has been described. We very much in this country have to work to control health care costs. Doctors and hospitals--especially doctors--want to practice evidence-based…
Mr. President, since 1965, Medicare has provided security and health to millions of seniors. Along with Social Security, it is one of the two most successful and best social programs this country has adopted. Now, after 45 years of…
Mr. President, I object. I object. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Montana objects. The assistant legislative clerk continued with the reading of the amendment.
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