On the recordOctober 31, 2017
Before I start, I would like to express my sympathy and concern for those who lost their life in New York through an alleged terrorist act and to pray for their families. Let me also make mention of the fact, Mr. Speaker, that tomorrow, November 1, begins the open enrollment. We know that this President has tried to sabotage the Affordable Care Act; but, in fact, you have until December 15. We believe that more than 12 million people will register. This is a very important opportunity because, many times in the past, under the previous affordable healthcare structure, you wouldn't have this time to apply. But the Affordable Care Act is still the law of the land, and we should extend that law for everyone to be able to enroll. Finally, let me thank the Texans for taking a knee in recognition of opposing language where football players were called inmates in a prison. I, frankly, believe I wanted to come to the floor to make that point. Later in the week, I will take a knee on this floor to acknowledge them. Finally, I would like to indicate that I hope that there will be an apology coming from General Kelly for Congresswoman Wilson. Finally, I want to be able to say something good, which is, Go Astros, the greatest team in the world. Go Astros. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, November 1, 2017 marks the beginning of the fifth ``Open Enrollment Season'' for the Affordable Care Act. During open enrollment people can sign up for health insurance coverage for 2018.…
