I look forward to working with all of my colleagues to advance a proposal that will achieve that goal.
Jim McDermott
The Public Record
Jim McDermott is a former U.S. Representative from Washington, serving from 1989 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Washington's 7th congressional district. During his tenure, McDermott was known for his advocacy on healthcare issues, social justice, and economic equality. He played a significant role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act and was a vocal critic of the Iraq War. McDermott also served on various committees, including the Ways and Means Committee, where he focused on tax policy and healthcare reform.
We are grateful to Chairman McDermott, Representatives Davis and Platts for sponsoring this important legislation.
Thank you for holding this important hearing, and for the opportunity to submit this testimony for the Record.
We fully support President Obama's budget recommendation to help states implement, expand and establish quality voluntary home visiting models.
We are grateful to Congressmen McDermott and Rangel and the members of the Subcommittee on Income Security and Family Support...
A federal investment in evidence-based home visiting, as proposed by Chairman McDermott, Congressman Davis, and Congressman Platts, will ensure that more families in communities across the country are given the opportunity to participate…
We applaud the efforts of both Chairman McDermott and Representative Danny Davis, as well as Representative Todd Platts...
I commend this Subcommittee for convening a panel of experts in order to raise awareness of the major issues surrounding home visitation.
We congratulate the Committee for scheduling the hearing on this important proposal and for advancing the Administration's home visiting initiative in Congress.





