09/20/2016
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"This program has enjoyed broad bipartisan support over the years, and it is critical that we work together to ensure that kids across the country continue to have access to uninterrupted coverage."
"Statement of Senator Thune"
"I would be happy to answer any questions that you may have at this time."
"What began some 32 years ago as a program to help protect consumers from increases in telephone charges... has morphed... into something much broader and more expensive."