Steven Horsford: “I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Chair, I rise today not in favor or opposition. I rise in defense, defense of…”

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Chair, I rise today not in favor or opposition. I rise in defense, defense of 811,000 Nevadans and countless people across the country whose lives are in danger. I rise in defense of my constituents who will be impacted if Republicans are able to slash their healthcare services to fund $4.5 trillion to the ultrawealthy and big corporations. Madam Chair, Nevada Democrats and Republicans worked together to implement the Affordable Care Act, including the expansion of Medicaid. We reduced the uninsured rate by a third, and 563,000 children were able to receive coverage as a result. The fact that Nevada did the right thing then means we have more to lose as Republicans do the wrong thing now. Our State would be the third hardest hit, including in rural communities. This isn't a budget. It is the Republican screw America bill. That is why I am calling on every Member of this body to vote ``no.'' I will, in defense of my constituents.”