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Jim McDermott

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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.

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Jun 8, 2009

I look forward to working with all of my colleagues to advance a proposal that will achieve that goal.

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Jun 8, 2009

We are grateful to Chairman McDermott, Representatives Davis and Platts for sponsoring this important legislation.

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Jun 8, 2009

Thank you for holding this important hearing, and for the opportunity to submit this testimony for the Record.

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Jun 8, 2009

We fully support President Obama's budget recommendation to help states implement, expand and establish quality voluntary home visiting models.

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Jun 8, 2009

We are grateful to Congressmen McDermott and Rangel and the members of the Subcommittee on Income Security and Family Support...

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Jun 8, 2009

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…

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Jun 8, 2009

We applaud the efforts of both Chairman McDermott and Representative Danny Davis, as well as Representative Todd Platts...

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Jun 8, 2009

Education is the key out of poverty in my estimation.

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Jun 8, 2009

I commend this Subcommittee for convening a panel of experts in order to raise awareness of the major issues surrounding home visitation.

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Jun 8, 2009

We congratulate the Committee for scheduling the hearing on this important proposal and for advancing the Administration's home visiting initiative in Congress.

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Jun 8, 2009

We are anxious to help support this legislation in any way possible.

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