Panetta Statement on Updated CBO Score for the American Health Care Act

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.) released the following statement in response to the Congressional Budget Office's (CBO) updated report on the House-passed Republican health care bill:

"The most recent analysis of the American Health Care Act (AHCA) by the nonpartisan CBO demonstrates that the majority's changes to their initial bill were just as detrimental as their first attempt. The CBO reports that this quickly and carelessly crafted legislation will leave 23 million Americans uninsured and increase premiums for those who need health care the most. The AHCA targets every day Americans, including people living with pre-existing conditions, expectant mothers, veterans, and those seeking mental health treatment.

"I remain deeply concerned about the impact that the AHCA would have on the district should it ever pass in its current form in the Senate. I hope that my colleagues in the Senate heed our constituent's calls for a thoughtful health care plan that helps, not hurts, Americans."