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WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords today announced her support for historic reform legislation that will be voted on tomorrow in Washington.

She says, "I have decided to vote for health insurance reform because it fundamentally is the right thing to do. My decision comes after a year of debate, listening to tens of thousands of Southern Arizonans and carefully examining the legislation. These reforms will make health care more affordable and accessible for the majority of my constituents ranging from children to seniors."

She goes on to say, "This bill also is good for the backbone of our economy - small businesses. Reforms will prevent them from paying bigger premiums if they have employees with higher health costs due to age or sickness. The legislation that will be voted on by Congress represents a strong first step to enacting meaningful health insurance reform. In the days and months following our vote, I will devote significant time and resources to ensuring that individuals, families and small businesses in my district get their questions answered and learn about the new opportunities now available to lower their costs and increase their access to quality, affordable health care. This is an historic moment for our nation. I am proud to be a part of it."

Republicans on the other hand, say that the bill spends too much, it taxes too much, and it does not lower the cost of healthcare.

The House will vote on it tomorrow in Washington.