On the recordJune 1, 2015
I would prefer avoiding imposition of a hard cap that, per se, would require cutting off subsidies to those that otherwise meet eligibility requirements.
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congress.govJoe Manchin: “I would prefer avoiding imposition of a hard cap that, per se, would require cutting off subsidies to those that…”
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Manchin argues against hard caps on Lifeline subsidies to ensure eligible recipients receive support.
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