Spanberger Votes to Move Build Back Better Framework Forward, Touts Prescription Drug, Child Tax Credit, & Climate Priorities
Statement
Following the framework's passage in the U.S. House of Representatives, Spanberger released the following statement:
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"To truly rebuild from nearly two years of widespread uncertainty and hardship, we need to redouble our efforts to listen and respond to the concerns of our fellow Virginians. Throughout our district, I hear from seniors and diabetics about skyrocketing prescription drug costs -- and this legislation would finally combat these spikes. I hear from many families, particularly those struggling with rising childcare costs, about how the expanded Child Tax Credit has helped them. This legislation would extend this much-needed relief. And I hear from so many Virginians who are concerned about the state of our planet -- and this legislation would make transformational investments in fighting the climate crisis and protecting the next generation.
"In this moment of recovery, we have a unique opportunity to make smart, responsible investments in our families, our children, and our economy. Ignoring the significant challenges we share in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis would be a dereliction of our duty as representatives of the American people. As a legislator, I have a responsibility to my constituents to thoughtfully consider the impact of all legislation -- even legislation I support in principle. After careful review of this legislation, I voted in support of this framework.
"I have long championed many provisions found in the Build Back Better Act -- including lowering prescription drug prices and capping insulin costs, extending the refundable Child Tax Credit for Central Virginia families, and tackling the climate crisis with the urgency it requires. For weeks, I have made my strong support for these provisions clear to the White House, to House leadership, and to the people I serve. I am encouraged by our progress.
"If done right, the Build Back Better Act can truly level the playing field for America's working families and seniors. However, this bill is not the final version of this legislation. As we work to get a final bill to the President's desk, I will be working with Members of the U.S. Senate to improve this legislation -- including adding necessary language to tackle the crisis at our southern border, assessing the bill's financial impacts on everyday families and our overall economy, and ensuring the final Build Back Better Act can deliver results directly to the people of Central Virginia."
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