WASHINGTON, D.C.– At the weekly press conference with Republican leaders, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) highlighted that despite the struggle many families are facing this Holiday season there is reason for hope. In January, America’s New Congress is ready to get to work on solutions to help hardworking Americans and get our economy moving again.

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The following are Congresswoman Jenkins’ remarks   “A recent article from CNBC stated this, ‘Santa Claus is going to bring lots of presents in a couple weeks, but lower health-insurance costs for most Americans won’t be one of them.’

“There is no doubt that families continue to struggle with healthcare costs in this economy and in fact, healthcare costs now outpace the growth of household wages. Clearly our healthcare system is broken and is in need of repair.

“But there is no reason to be down during the Holiday season, there is great hope.  America’s new Congress in 2015 is eager to get to work on solutions that empower all Americans and help everyone get ahead and achieve a better life. 

“I am confident in our efforts to pass legislation with bipartisan support and find solutions to get our economy moving again and put more money in people’s pockets.

“We will work to put solutions on the President’s desk for his signature.  We intend to lead, and we hope the President’s New Year’s resolution will finally be to work with us.”