Rep. Blake Moore, vice-chairman of the Republican Congress, has been appointed chairman of the House Budget Committee’s Health Care Task Force, in addition to co-chairing the Doge Caucus.
“To settle the finances, we need to tackle healthcare costs, which have swelled to almost 30% of our $6 trillion-plus budget,” said Moore, who represents Utah’s First Congressional District.
“This task force will help address the inefficiency of healthcare costs so that we can address patient needs and lower this large budget line item,” said a GOP representative. Aside from the Budget Committee, he also sits on the Influential House Methods and Means Committee.
What will Moore do as chairman of the Health Care Task Force?
Moore said he looks forward to leading the task force as chairman of the budget committee for Jodey Arrington of R-Texas.
In his statement, Arlington said federal healthcare spending is set to rise to 40% of the overall budget within the next decade.
“Physical health is financial health,” he said. The Texas representative also thanked Moore for taking on the responsibility of a policy incubator for finding ways to improve health outcomes while reducing federal spending.
Dr. Michael Burgess, a retired House member from Texas, served as chairman of the task force at the 118th Congress. He led the investigation to “include budgetary effects from new healthcare issues.” Cell and Gene Therapy“And then asked for an investigation. Centers for Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid To sacrifice federal taxpayers instead of creating savings.
Burgess’s name is reportedly floating in the White House to run the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the US. Reuters. If appointed, he will report to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Rep. Moore’s message on World Autism Day
Even if he assumes additional responsibility, Moore took the time to show his children around Capitol Hill this week.
“There’s nothing like chasing dad around Capitol for spring break!” he said. “I was grateful to have two boys in town this week and introduced me to my colleagues and constituents.”
Moore is the father of four boys. “Max is loyal at best. George is attractive (obviously too attractive). Winston is incredibly adorable. And Franklin is the busiest toddler we’ve ever seen.” Campaign Website.
On the day of Autism in the World, he wrote a special message to one of his sons. “I’m proud to see him illuminate every room he walks with jokes and smiles,” he said, “People navigating autism overcome daily challenges and inspire those around him. And I’m grateful that my family and I are part of this community.” He posted several photos of his days with Winston and Franklin.
