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House Republicans Block Compromise Bill, Leaving Middle Class Families Unprotected

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U.S. Senator Patty Murray today condemned House Republicans for blocking a compromise bill that would have extended tax cuts for middle-class families, protected support for laid-off workers, and provided payments to doctors who provide Medicare. The denial of this bill will result in higher taxes for over 3.5 million families in Washington state, loss of unemployment insurance for 40,000 workers, and reduced support for 4,000 doctors who provide Medicare to seniors and the disabled.

Key Takeaways:

  • The House Republicans' refusal to pass the compromise bill means that over 3.5 million families in Washington state will see their taxes go up by an average of $1,130 next year.
  • 40,000 unemployed Washington workers will lose unemployment insurance they rely on to make ends meet in less than two weeks.
  • 4,000 Washington state doctors who provide Medicare to seniors and the disabled will lose out on much of the government support that makes that care possible.
  • The Senate voted overwhelmingly 89-10 to pass the temporary extension of these benefits.
  • House Republicans refused to accept the bipartisan compromise despite the American people being set to avoid losing out on critical support due to political gridlock.
  • Americans, led by Senator Murray, are criticizing the House Republicans for putting the needs of millionaires and billionaires over those of middle-class families.

Statistics:

  • 3.5 million families in Washington state will see their taxes go up by an average of $1,130 next year.
  • 40,000 unemployed Washington workers will lose unemployment insurance.
  • 4,000 Washington state doctors will lose out on much of the government support for Medicare.
  • The Senate voted 89-10 in favor of the temporary extension of these benefits.
  • The compromise bill aimed to extend tax cuts for middle-class families, protect support for laid-off workers, and provide payments to doctors who provide Medicare.

Sources:

  • " http://murray.senate.gov/ "

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