The vote, as expected, was a squeaker: 31-28. Once tallied, the committee room erupted in thunderous applause. All committees of jurisdiction in the House have now passed health care legislation. Over recess, the various titles will be stitched together and a bill will likely come to the floor in September.
House Health Care Legislation Passes Energy and Commerce Committee
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July 31, 2009 5:10 p.m.
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