[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1996, Book II)] [July 31, 1996] [Page 1238] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Statement on Health Care Legislation July 31, 1996 Today we have apparently achieved a long overdue victory for the millions of Americans who live in fear of losing their health insurance when they change or lose their jobs or because of preexisting conditions. I hope all Democrats and Republicans will work together to pass this important legislation before the Congress begins its August recess.