Rep. Fattah Calls Healthcare Decision a Victory for All Americans

WASHINGTON, June 28, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Congressman Chaka Fattah (D-PA), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, issues this statement in response to the Supreme Court upholding President Obama's healthcare law:

"Pennsylvanians and all Americans are the winners today. Thirty million uninsured Americans are now assured of healthcare coverage for the first time. The major investment in community health centers – a lifeline for so many -- goes forward. Young adults now are assured of continued coverage by their parents' health insurance, those with pre-existing conditions can breathe a sigh of relief, women are now guaranteed access to reproductive health services, and children with a various health challenges don't need to worry about coverage.

"Students pursuing the American Dream through higher education are winners too, under the law's major investment in student aid.

"The impact of President Obama's visionary healthcare reform has already begun to make a positive impact for American families and in every sector of our society. The Supreme Court has said it can no longer be questioned as the law of the land. Now we in the Congress can move ahead to finish the job of providing comprehensive and affordable healthcare for all."

SOURCE Office of Congressman Chaka Fattah

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