Pelosi Statement on Congressman Stupak Announcement Not to Seek Re-Election

WASHINGTON, April 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement regarding the announcement that Congressman Bart Stupak of Michigan would not seek re-election this year:

"Congressman Bart Stupak has served Michigan's First District with great distinction for nearly two decades. He has remained a stalwart advocate for the interests, hopes, and aspirations of his constituents and Michigan's families have been well served by his years in the House.

"Nowhere did First District voters or the entire nation witness his tenacity and steadfast commitment more than in the successful effort to provide quality, affordable health care to all Americans. Throughout the battle for reform – from his crucial role on the House Energy and Commerce Committee to his leadership on the floor of the House – Bart Stupak was a forceful advocate for providing health care to all Americans.

"I thank Congressman Stupak for his years of dedicated service to the House of Representatives, and I wish him well in his future endeavors."

SOURCE Office of the Speaker of the House

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