Jeff Merkley said "Americans who have serious health conditions—including those who are awaiting trial—need access to quality health care and can’t afford to be kicked off of those benefits." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordAugust 5, 2026

Americans who have serious health conditions—including those who are awaiting trial—need access to quality health care and can’t afford to be kicked off of those benefits.

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Jeff Merkley

Democratic · Oregon

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Discussing the Equity in Pretrial Health Coverage Act

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