RSC Update

When ObamaCare became law five months ago – and throughout the year-long debate leading up to it – Democrats promised that it would both reduce the cost of health care and decrease annual spending deficits. Most of the country quickly recognized the speciousness of these claims, which are based on gimmicky budget projections that do not reflect reality. Even so, that never stopped Speaker Pelosi & Co. from promising a skeptical public that ObamaCare would save money – until now.

Last week, Democrat strategists urged their party not to make these claims anymore. This is a huge change from five months ago. Even Democrats are beginning to admit ObamaCare’s failure to reduce health care costs or lower the deficit.

With so many Americans still struggling to find work, policymakers’ first priority should be to instill confidence and encourage hiring and growth. We also cannot stand idly by while the agenda forced upon us by the current majority puts even more painful burdens on families and businesses. I remain committed to enacting true health care reforms, like H.R. 3400, that will empower patients with lower costs and better choices.

Sincerely,
Congressman Tom Price, MD

Chairman, Republican Study Committee