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Chuck Schumer: “Today, the Senate has a chance to take action to lower the…”

Featuring: Chuck Schumer, Democratic | U.S. Senate New York

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Finally, on ACA legislation, when it comes to lowering costs, Americans don't want nice sounding statements. They want action. Today, the Senate has a chance to take action to lower the cost of health care. In a few hours, I'll come to the floor to seek unanimous consent to seek unanimous passage of legislation passed by the House last week to extend ACA premium tax credits for three years. (08:44–08:49)

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Asserts that the Senate has an opportunity to pass legislation to reduce healthcare costs.

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