Statement from U.S. Senator Mel Martinez
U.S. Senator Mel Martinez (R-FL) issued the following statement today regarding his decision to step down from public office effective on a successor taking office to fill out the remainder of his term. The senator's term is set to expire January 3, 2011.
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Recent Senate Action
Republicans Want Health Care Reform
Republicans are continuing to push for health care reform that gives all Americans access to health insurance and empowers patients and their doctors instead of Washington bureaucrats.
Today's Senate ScheduleImportant Information
VA Expands Health Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has expanded health care benefits to previously ineligible veterans. On June 15, 2009, the VA relaxed income restrictions on enrollment for health benefits. While the consideration of income has not been removed, the new regulations increase the income thresholds, allowing more veterans to be eligible for health benefits. If you would like to find out if this change in eligibility affects your status with the VA, click here.
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Senate YouTube Channel
Did you know you can watch Senator Martinez's latest floor speeches on YouTube? Visit the senator's page by clicking here.