Rep. Chu Votes No on GOP Spending Bill That Jeopardizes Health Care for Millions

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) voted no on H.R. 5371, Republicans’ partisan government funding proposal and released the following statement:

“The House Republican spending bill does nothing to stop the health care crisis they created. Fifteen million people are about to be kicked off of their insurance, and 24 million more will face premium hikes of up to 75%—the highest increase in 15 years. 

"Just two months ago, Republicans found it possible to permanently extend tax cuts for billionaires, adding trillions to the debt in the process. But now, when it comes to extending the health care benefits that working families rely on, they refuse to act. Their priorities could not be clearer.

“Democrats put forward a responsible plan to protect health care, extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that keep premiums affordable, and put working families first. Republicans, once again, are turning their backs on the American people, choosing to protect billionaires over the health and security of millions of Americans.”