Corker Statement on House of Representatives Health Care Bill

March 16, 2017

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Corker Statement on House of Representatives Health Care Bill

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn.) today released the following statement:

"I had a discussion on Air Force One yesterday with President Trump about health care, and as this bill moves through the House of Representatives, I hope the following issues will be addressed.

* Cost. The bill should help lower the cost of health care sooner rather than later.

* Affordability. Tax credits must be sufficient enough to allow hardworking Americans not covered by their employer to reasonably purchase a health care plan that fits their needs.

"I will be watching closely as the legislation progresses."