[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 147 (Tuesday, September 12, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4238]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE

  (Ms. GARCIA of Texas asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. GARCIA of Texas. Mr. Speaker, ensuring everyone has access to 
high quality and affordable healthcare is a top priority for me.
  That is why, together with House Democrats, we have fought tirelessly 
in Congress to bring down healthcare and prescription drug costs.
  Finally, Medicare can negotiate lower prescription drug costs for 
seniors and other beneficiaries, which will take effect in 2026.
  I am excited that the first 10 Medicare part D drugs have been 
selected for the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.
  In my home State of Texas, 623,000 seniors will save money thanks to 
these negotiations.
  We are building a healthcare system that prioritizes the well-being 
of all Americans, regardless of their age, income, or background.
  When it comes to healthcare, we are all in this together. We are 
putting seniors over profits. We are putting people over politics.

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