[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 74 (Thursday, May 14, 2015)]
[House]
[Page H2972]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     WOMEN AND RETIREMENT SECURITY

  (Ms. MATSUI asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of retirement 
security for women. We celebrate the month of May as Older Americans 
Month. This year also marks the 50th anniversary of Medicare and 
Medicaid and the 80th anniversary of Social Security.
  There is no better time to recognize the profound impact that these 
important programs have had on our country. They are vital programs to 
all Americans. We also know that they are especially key for women.
  Women on average live longer, have lower retirement savings, and 
spend more on health care. I am committed to protecting and expanding 
Medicare and Social Security for women and for all seniors.
  Congress must also pass legislation to support caregivers--women and 
men--who may leave the workforce to care for a child or a sick family 
member. Strong retirement security policies help women succeed and 
America succeed.

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