WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 6, 2017)– Eastern Washington Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) released the following statement via video today after the House introduced The American Health Care Act, the bill to repeal Obamacare: 

“The House just introduced The American Health Care Act. This is our plan to repeal Obamacare and replace it with a 21st century health care system that works for everyone. We are ensuring a smooth transition, and we’re doing this right – through the step-by-step, committee process. Through regular order – open hearings, open debates — we’re giving people transparency and the opportunity for input. Our legislation is about restoring people’s control over their health care. This bill ensures people with pre-existing conditions have access to care; allows young adults to stay on their parents’ plan until they are 26; helps Americans access affordable, quality health care through monthly tax credits; modernizes Medicaid and strengthens it for our most vulnerable; empowers individuals and families to save and spend their health care dollars the way they want and need; and, dismantles the Obamacare taxes and mandates. By offering more choices, we can help create a 21st Century health care system that provides affordable care, access, and choice. You can read the text of the bill at readthebill.gop.” 

The entire text of the bill can be viewed here.