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Bobby Scott: “I remind my colleague that his vote for this bill could take away protections of over 4.5 million people with…”

On the recordMay 4, 2017
I remind my colleague that his vote for this bill could take away protections of over 4.5 million people with preexisting conditions in Texas who might have access to coverage, but if they have diabetes, their rates could go up $5,000. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from North Carolina (Ms. Adams).
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Bobby Scott
Democratic · Virginia
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May 4, 2017

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