Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement ahead of the 14th anniversary of President Obama signing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law on March 23, 2010: “The Affordable Care Act has stood as beacon of what’s possible when the government does what’s best for the people for the last fourteen years and rewritten the story of health care in our... Read More »
Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal voted to pass the second of two appropriations bills, averting a sixth government shutdown in as many months. This legislation supports education and job training and placement programs, reinforces America’s global leadership, and keeps communities safe and secure. “Once again, the adults in the room have delivered for the American people. In the face of a sixth ... Read More »
(As prepared for delivery) It’s always a pleasure to welcome back one of our own before our storied Committee. Secretary Becerra, thank you for being here today. Democrats have transformed our nation by prioritizing the well-being and the wallets of the American people, re-building our economy from the bottom-up and middle-out, and the results are record-breaking. 15 million jobs created under the... Read More »
Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement on the passing of D-Day veteran Samuel James “Jim” Hanna. “A product of the ‘Greatest Generation,’ Jim Hanna was one of a kind. Much like his fellow servicemembers, he did not ask for special recognition for what took place on June 6, 1944. Jim served with a great sense of patriotism, a quality he carried with him throughout his life. Ou... Read More »
House Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) launched the Direct File pilot program: “The historic Inflation Reduction Act continues to lower costs and make lives easier for the American people, and now, for the first time ever, many taxpayers can file directly with the IRS. Direct File is a free, sim... Read More »
(As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thanks to the work of Democrats, we’ve reached historic health care milestones that are improving Americans’ health and well-being. More Americans have health insurance today than ever before, with 4 out of 5 people being able to access high-quality care for less than $10 a month. The American people have trusted us when it comes to protecting th... Read More »
Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement encouraging the Biden Administration to initiate a new Section 301 investigation into China’s unfair trade practices in the maritime industry: “The history of U.S. commerce began on the high seas, and today’s Section 301 petition from prominent Unions shows that this sector needs closer examination. As ... Read More »
Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on President Biden's Fiscal Year 2025 budget: "As our economy continues to break records, the President's Fiscal Year 2025 budget makes good on Democrats’ promises to the American people. From lowering costs for working families to defending workers’ hard-earned Social Security and Medicare benefits, th... Read More »
Today, Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) February 2024 jobs report: “President Biden addressed the nation last night about the progress and potential of the American people, and today marks three straight years of historic growth under him. There’s no better proof point of success than the se... Read More »
Tonight, House Ways and Means Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) applauded President Biden's State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Biden was clear and unequivocal: the American people are better off today than when he took office. He spoke about the greatest comeback story that’s only beginning to unfold, and his vision for continuing to invest in all of America through every American... Read More »
Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, which includes six domestic funding bills that will address the needs of American families, lower costs, confront the climate crisis, and deliver for our nation’s veterans. “Even in the minority, Democrats continue to deliver for the American people when it matters most,” said Congressman Neal. “As we hav... Read More »
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I first want to address the Views & Estimates letter under consideration today. It’s unfortunate that the current Majority has abandoned the bipartisan consensus on high-level policy goals that we found during the 116th and 117th Congress. This letter doubles down on extreme Republican policies that would make life harder for families trying to escape poverty, attack worke... Read More »
Today, House Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement at the conclusion of the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Thirteenth Ministerial Conference (MC13) where discussions continued on a variety of key trade issues, including agriculture, fisheries, dispute settlement, and the e-commerce moratorium. “The World Trade Organization hosted another ... Read More »
House Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after House Democrats once again delivered a majority of votes to keep the government funded: “For the fourth time this Congress, Democrats have once again dragged our Republican colleagues to do their jobs and avoid a devastating Republican government shutdown. “The American people deserve better... Read More »
(As prepared for delivery) Welcome back to the Committee on Ways and Means, Commissioner Werfel. As always, it’s truly an honor to have you with us today, in the middle of what’s promising to be another record-breaking filing season. The dedication of the employees of the Internal Revenue Service is remarkable. I thank them for their commitment to our taxpayers and fair tax administration, and for... Read More »