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Washington, DC – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) made the following remarks on the House floor today, Tuesday, October 27, 2009, on how a government-run health care plan would hurt America’s seniors. 

“As a member of Congress, I not only have the responsibility of looking out for future generations, but also the duty to ensure we are doing all we can to take care of our seniors.

“Real reform needs to make health care more affordable and more accessible.

“Unfortunately, the bills being crafted by the Majority could threaten the health care benefits seniors already receive, while raising premiums.

“The plan currently in the House makes massive cuts to Medicare which the Congressional Budget Office anticipates will increase seniors’ Medicare prescription drug premiums by 20 percent over the next decade.

“For those who live on a fixed income, the possibility of having to pay more is very worrisome. 

“Their plan also includes cutting 163 billion dollars from Medicare Advantage, a program widely supported by seniors because of the choices and affordability it offers.

“These cuts will lead to health care plans dropping out, resulting in fewer choices and causing millions of seniors to lose their current coverage.

“We should focus on ensuring Medicare continues to be there for our seniors, not cutting their benefits to fund an unproven proposal.”

To watch a video of the remarks, please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOWZYjOFlf0