[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 53 (Thursday, May 5, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: May 5, 1994]
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  THE PRESIDENT'S HEALTH CARE PLAN IS A BIG WINNER FOR SMALL BUSINESS

  (Mr. VISCLOSKY asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, small business is a vital and truly 
American part of our economy. Small business creates good jobs and 
provides the opportunity to realize the American Dream.
  Unfortunately, the skyrocketing cost of health care is threatening 
small business.
  Four out of five small businesses already provide health coverage for 
their employees. Because small businesses don't have the buying power 
of large firms, they face an uphill climb against larger corporations. 
Small business owners--who can least afford it--are paying 35 percent 
more than big business for health care.
  President Clinton understands this problem and that's why his plan 
will level the health care playing field. Under President Clinton's 
plan small business will have the purchasing clout to contain health 
costs. And small, low-wage business will receive large discounts of 25 
to 85 percent for health care coverage.
  Mr. Speaker, it is clear President Clinton's health care plan is a 
big winner for American small business and the American people.

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