On the recordAugust 6, 2022
in a moment, I will move to proceed to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The time has come for the Senate to begin debate on this historic piece of legislation. The Inflation Reduction Act is a groundbreaking bill for the American people--for families struggling to pay the bills, for seniors struggling to pay for medication, for kids struggling with asthma. This bill is for them. I thank all of my colleagues who have dedicated their blood, sweat, and tears toward shaping this outstanding legislation. This is one of the most comprehensive and impactful bills Congress has seen in decades. It will reduce inflation, it will lower prescription drug costs, it will fight climate change, it will close tax loopholes, and it will reduce--reduce--the deficit. It will help every citizen in this country and make America a much better place.…





