That is a loaded gun. It is the heart of the family and their ability to carry on. This just can't happen. It can't happen. We are the body that has the option of ignoring the hardship and the catastrophic consequences of this on the families we represent or sparing them and allowing them to continue having access to healthcare they depend on.
Peter Welch: “That is a loaded gun. It is the heart of the family and their ability to carry on. This just can't happen. It can't…”
On the recordSeptember 17, 2025
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Addressing the impact of healthcare access on families during a floor speech.
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