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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today after Senate Republicans’ attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) failed to gain the votes to pass.

“The Senate’s latest effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act collapsed because millions of Americans made their voices heard. With this devastating proposal off the table, it’s now time for Republicans to work with Democrats in a serious and bipartisan manner to update and improve the ACA for every American.

“Repealing the ACA without a replacement is not the answer. This irresponsible proposal would send insurance markets into turmoil and result in 32 million Americans losing their health care. Similarly, continuing to undermine the Affordable Care Act and push for its failure is not a plan; it’s a non-starter.

“This is not about politics. This is about real people’s lives. It is time to fix what we all know doesn’t work in the ACA and give people the peace of mind that the provisions that do work – the provisions they depend upon – will be protected. People deserve to know once and for all that their health care will be there, that Medicaid will be protected and pre-existing conditions will continue to be covered. We have a responsibility to act in the best interest of the American people. It’s time to work together to improve health care and give the American people the certainty they deserve.”