On the recordOctober 19, 2017
Mr. President, as we move forward on tax reform, I think the one great potential for absolute agreement is that we should lower the burden for middle-income taxpayers, and as we move forward, the one thing we absolutely should not do is in any way increase the tax burden for middle-income taxpayers. This amendment is about guaranteeing that no one who makes under $250,000 sees his taxes increase in any kind of legislation, including in any tax reform proposal. I have heard from teachers, nurses, and veterans. They all want to know what this means for them. To guarantee people an absolute bright line that their taxes will not go up is absolutely essential as we move forward. I urge a ``yes'' vote on this amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Wyoming.
