Political Quotes

Maria Cantwell: “Thanks to language I fought for in the Affordable Care Act, we have two States that are using the Basic Health model to…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 2022
Thanks to language I fought for in the Affordable Care Act, we have two States that are using the Basic Health model to make coverage more affordable for people earning under 200 percent of the Federal poverty level.
Said by
Maria Cantwell
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Cantwell highlights the success of the Basic Health Plan in making insurance affordable.

Share

More from Maria Cantwell

Sep 29, 2026

The costs of President Trump’s unnecessary war with Iran continue to mount, and the American people want it to end.

cantwell.senate.gov
Sep 29, 2026

Congress must pass the Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act.

cantwell.senate.gov
Oct 1, 2026

Federal investment in our light rail system pays dividends in driving local economies and helping residents reach jobs, education, healthcare, and other essential services across the region.

cantwell.senate.gov
Sep 29, 2026

It is deeply troubling that now more than half of local elections officials worry about the safety of their colleagues, and a third have experienced threats or abuse.

cantwell.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation