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@RepDianaDeGette

Member of Congress, Colorado's 1st Congressional District. Chief Deputy Whip & member of Energy and Commerce Committee.

Denver, CO
Joined April 2009

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  1. On , we’re uniting to oppose the bullying of youth. We need to ensure these young people, and all people, have the resources, self-esteem and confidence needed to prevent harassment. They deserve to be who they are without fear or shame.

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  2. It doesn’t matter if you’re Republican, Democrat or Independent -- if Congress doesn’t restore , you could be paying more to access your favorite sites & apps. That's just one reason why I signed a discharge petition to force a vote to bring back these protections.

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  3. Honored to receive a 100 on 's Congressional Scorecard for my work to support equality. We won’t let up in our efforts to defend the community against discrimination, promote access to health care and oppose attacks by and the GOP.

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    . is coming after Medicare & Social Security after their tax cuts for millionaires & big corporations blew a massive hole in our debt & deficits. Democrats are & committed to protecting the benefits Americans work a lifetime to earn.

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  5. This morning I appeared on 's Spanish-language radio program, "Hablemos Hoy," to speak about my work to and recipients, achieve immigration reform, improve health care, and respond to rising costs. Thanks for a great discussion.

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  6. Thanks to residents and staff of Denver's Kavod Senior Living for a great visit last night. Kavod is Hebrew for "honor" and "respect," and I'm taking the word to heart as I continue to protect programs that help provide seniors w/ good health, secure housing and greater dignity.

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  7. admin. attacks on the environment must end. If Dems win control of the House, I’ll use my authority on to check this harmful agenda and work to restore policies that protect the environment. Hear more in today's story from :

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    Oct 16

    When Jodi’s son was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, her family did everything they could to keep up with the rising cost of prescription drugs needed to save his life. are fighting to lower drug costs for families like Jodi’s across the country.

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  9. My pleasure! is a lifeline for nearly 800,000 Coloradans; we must keep strengthening it. One way is through my bill H.R. 3044, which became law as part of the Bipartisan Budget Act. It lets Medicare Advantage plans offer supplemental benefits to chronically ill people.

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  10. By request, we're extending the deadline through this weekend to submit stories to help shape our upcoming report on rising insulin prices. Note: We won't share any identifying info -- only your first name and state of residence.

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  11. On , we recognize the bravery it takes to be openly true to yourself when it might lead to misunderstanding, stigma or worse. Just know that you are loved and supported by a strong community and allies like me.

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  12. Thanks so much to those who have emailed to share your stories about how the rising cost of insulin has affected you. For others who might want to take part: We want to hear from you. Please note that the deadline is today. More info:

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  13. International reminds us what women and girls can achieve when they have support, encouragement and opportunity. Let's all work to empower girls across America and around the world.

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  14. More than 80% of Democrats and Republicans across the country support . Congress should reach across party lines to restore rules. I signed the discharge petition to force a vote on the House Floor.

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  15. Today’s COLA announcement of 2.8% is good news, but we need Social Security benefits to keep up with the rising costs that hit seniors hard – hospital bills, doctor visits and prescription medicine. I’m fighting to ; seniors have earned it.

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  16. We have to step up efforts to tackle mental health issues in the United States. We've made progress through systemic reforms and funding in , but must do more to improve care, increase communication & reduce stigma here and around the globe.

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  17. Big News: The Senate has just passed , which contains my bipartisan bill with promoting small projects on existing infrastructure. This renewable energy source is good for the planet and the economy, and our soon-to-be law further buoys it.

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  18. This , we honor the survivors, stand with those who are battling the disease, and pledge to keep working for cures. bolstered this effort through the Cancer Moonshot, but we can't stop there. Together, we can beat breast cancer.

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  19. The new climate report explains the stakes: We must act now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions enough within 12 years to prevent irreversible damage to ecosystems worldwide and our communities. This is the moral imperative of our lifetime.

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  20. One year after reversing the Clean Power Plan, and his allies continue to loosen regulations on polluters, ignoring the effects of and doing nothing to prevent it from getting much worse in the near future. I’m working to stop this recklessness.

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