Action is Needed to Help Senior Citizens Afford Healthcare

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Mr. KIM. Madam Speaker, I rise because Congress needs to take bold action to help seniors afford healthcare.

I have talked with countless seniors in Burlington and Ocean Counties who see the costs of healthcare rise with no relief in sight. That is why, today, I am proud to introduce the Helping Seniors Afford Health Care Act.

By expanding access to the Medicare Savings Program, we can help millions of seniors afford prescription drugs and other critical care.

When our seniors can't afford their healthcare, they are forced to decide between their own health and essentials like rent and food. That is not a choice that any senior should have to make.

We have a chance in this Congress to make an impact for the people we serve. We owe it to our senior citizens who have worked hard and contributed so much to this country to help them realize the American Dream of a healthy, affordable retirement.

Madam Speaker, I hope you stand with them and join me in supporting this bill.

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