Annie Kuster: “So it is a message to Congress. Well, consider it received.”

I am opposed to amendment No. 40. I am speaking in opposition to all of the amendments that have been added. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized.

The ACP is already serving as a lifeline to the more than 18 million households that currently rely on this program to remain connected.

When we passed the American Rescue Plan, my legislation was included to extend Medicaid postpartum coverage from 60 days to 1 full year.

We clearly need to do more to make sure that we are taking care of families and meeting their critical healthcare needs.