Frank Pallone actually said...

"Medicaid is a bedrock safety net that ensures all Americans have protection against the negative economic effects that undisputedly come with lack of health coverage."

"I was going to ask unanimous consent to include in the record two new health affair studies that just came out that found evidence that Medicaid expansion has made patients' and hospitals' bottom line..."

"We must remain committed to building on the progress made by the ACA, ensuring patients have access to quality, affordable care, and that we are getting the best value for our healthcare dollars."

"I hope to not hear more of the same assaults on the Affordable Care Act or Medicaid today."