Government Funding Proposal Fails to Address Republican Health Care Crisis

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on the Republican shutdown.

"The government funding proposal fails to address the fundamental needs of the American people. That's why I will vote against it.

"The Republican health care crisis is sending insurance premiums skyrocketing - sometimes double or even triple what they currently are. American families have made it crystal clear, time and time again, that affordability is their number one concern. The high cost of health care is one of the biggest expenses families are facing. These price hikes next year will force many Americans to forgo coverage and pray they don't get sick. That's unacceptable in the wealthiest nation on Earth.

"There was a clear compromise path forward that would reopen the government and prevent these skyrocketing health care cost increases. A bipartisan group, including Republicans who have indicated support for extending ACA subsidies, should be fighting against the Senate bill when it comes to the House. The American people deserve better."