Telehealth is literally a lifeline to allowing those folks to stay in their communities and even without a pandemic, we need to recognize that telehealth is a great way for people to ensure that they get the health care that they need.
Ben Ray Luján
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Ben Ray Luján is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from New Mexico since January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented New Mexico's 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2009 to 2021. Luján has focused on various issues during his tenure, including economic development, healthcare, and tribal food security, advocating for policies that support New Mexico's diverse communities.
You've shared how crucial E-Rate funding is and what a difference it made and how innovative you're able to be around the school district.
I don't want to stifle research. But when we have something that can transform someone's life and save someone's life, there has got to be a better way for us to make this affordable.
One thing I am very proud of is that New Mexico... recently moved to cap insulin at $25 for a 30-day supply.
I appreciate that I heard you say yes. That is important to me as we talk about future insulin prices.
Through these programs, none of our schools or hospitals, including those in the most rural communities across the country, should be left behind.
Do federal climate investments create the highly skilled jobs that communities need to prosper and that the United States needs to stay competitive in the global energy transition?
I appreciate that, sir. Now this is many times the value of the investment that was committed last year and so I appreciate the explanation supporting that as well.
But Congress is probably going to have to take some action here, and I am hoping that Congress is willing to do so.
Telehealth is literally a lifeline to allowing those folks to stay in their communities.
first I just want to say how proud I am to be here today with you, as a New Mexican, to watch your growth, your advocacy for people, and your ability to work across the aisle.
You are not going to have to worry about getting that insulin to stay alive.





