A conference call with Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) and regional media representatives. Held Tuesday morning, March 21, 2017.
This week, Rep. Reed discusses:
- The upcoming floor vote on the GOP-sponsored American Health Care Act (AHCA), set to take place on Thursday, March 23;
- The Collins’ Amendment to the AHCA, which call on states to eliminate their local charge of Medicaid to county governments;
- Reaction to President Trump’s Budget Proposal, including the call to eliminate several programs that would have a negative impact on communities within the 23rd District;
- Reaction to the House Intelligence Committee hearing on Monday, March 20, involving testimony by the FBI director and the investigation into possible ties between the Trump campaign and and Russian officials.
Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning)
This bill will be disastrous for New York State. Medicaid cuts will hurt those that need most help. Stand up for New York and vote no.