Dan Harmon defends Talarico’s insulin-cap credit
San Antonio Express-News letter writer
“That’s hardly just voting yes for a bill.”
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Harmon responds to a prior letter challenging Talarico's credit and argues that the insulin cap reflects meaningful bipartisan work. He describes HB 40 as proposing $50; the official introduced text proposed $100. The letter's position and that documentary distinction are preserved separately.
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An earlier signed letter challenged Talarico’s claims of leadership on insulin costs.
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Harmon describes H.B. 40 as a $50 proposal; its official introduced version proposed $100. His defense emphasizes bipartisan participation.
How this statement is classified
Responding to: James Talarico says he capped insulin at $25 a month while serving in the Texas House.
The label describes this statement’s response within the context above.
Why this label?
Relative to Talarico’s legislative-credit claim, Harmon argues that his work merits credit beyond a supporting vote.
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