***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Congressman Bean Hosts Health Summit in D.C. on Healthcare Affordability

WASHINGTON—On Thursday, December 4th, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL‑04) will launch the first installment of his Path to Consensus Series, a new initiative designed to tackle the larger debate over America’s healthcare system. This ongoing series will bring together lawmakers, policy experts, and industry leaders to examine the most challenging questions in healthcare and chart a path toward meaningful reform.

The kickoff event will focus on healthcare affordability, a pressing issue as families across the country continue to face rising costs. The event will feature two expert panels and a keynote address by House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, highlighting competing ideas for lowering costs, improving care, and ensuring patients—not bureaucrats—are at the center of the system.

Details for the series can be found immediately below: 

WHAT: Panel Discussion: Choice and Competition: How do we Create a Robust Marketplace for the American Consumer?
WHO: Brian Whorley, Founder & CEO Paytient; John Desser, Senior VP for Government Affairs HealthEquity Inc.; and Joel White, President Council for Affordable Health Coverage
WHEN: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4th, 1:00- 2:00 pm EST
WHERE: Longworth House Office Building, Room 1100

WHAT: Keynote Address: Is Government Spending the Answer for Combating the Rise in Healthcare Costs?
WHO: U.S. Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) 
WHEN: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH, 2:00- 2:45 pm EST
WHERE: Longworth House Office Building, Room 1100

WHAT: Panel Discussion: The Enhanced Premium Tax Credits: Do Tax Credits Make Coverage More Affordable? 
WHO: Ryan Long, Director of Congressional Relations Paragon Health Institute; Representative from America’s Health Insurance Plans 
WHEN: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH, 3:00 – 4:00 pm EST
WHERE: Longworth House Office Building, Room 1100

Media RSVP: Elissa.Tew@mail.house.gov

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