Press Release: Massachusetts Lawmaker Battles GOP Bill Amid Senate Showdown
During the early hours last Thursday, U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan, representing Massachusetts’ 3rd District, made a valiant attempt to halt the passage of President Donald Trump’s controversial bill, dubbed the "Big Beautiful Bill." Trahan’s procedural "Motion to Recommit" aimed to send the legislation back to committee, fearing it would severely undermine key social safety programs and expand the national debt. Speaking passionately on the House floor, she criticized the bill’s provisions targeting Planned Parenthood, asserting that healthcare access should not depend on the provider’s identity.
Despite her efforts, the motion failed with a narrow House vote of 215-214, as Republicans united against it. The bill now heads to the Senate, where U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey have voiced strong opposition, emphasizing its detrimental effects, including Medicaid cuts and tax breaks for billionaires.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune aims to advance the bill by July 4, sparking ongoing discussions about potential amendments among Senate Republicans. Activists and legislators alike are gearing up for a formidable fight in the Senate to safeguard vital healthcare and community support systems across the nation.
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