WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked to New Mexico radio reporters about a bill he is cosponsoring that would require prescription drug manufacturers to offer discounts to low-income patients receiving their medications through Medicare. Bingaman’s remarks can be retrieved by going to his website or clicking on the following link:
http://bingaman.senate.gov/mediaasset/bingaman062011m.mp3
00:00 – Bingaman talks about a bill he is cosponsoring that would require prescription drug manufacturers to offer discounts to low-income patients receiving their medications through Medicare.
02:06 – Bingaman comments on an Associated Press report regarding the country’s nuclear reactors.
03:38 – Bingaman comments on ongoing negotiations on increasing the debt limit.
04:49 – Bingaman comments on the New Mexico Rail Runner’s decision to end weekend service.
05:43 – Bingaman says broadband services are important in helping small communities attract businesses and jobs.
06:43 – Bingaman comments on pending applications before the NRC for nuclear power plants.
