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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
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8 Speakers
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Speakers
Chuck Grassley Chuck Grassley said 78 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Chuck Grassley said 1639 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Joe Biden Joe Biden said 41 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Joe Biden said 1001 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Carl Levin Carl Levin said 31 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Carl Levin said 826 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Orrin Hatch Orrin Hatch said 30 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Orrin Hatch said 681 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Gordon Smith Gordon Smith said 20 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Gordon Smith said 481 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Jack Reed Jack Reed said 21 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Jack Reed said 452 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Barbara Boxer Barbara Boxer said 15 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Barbara Boxer said 279 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Jim Inhofe Jim Inhofe said 15 sentences of a total of 251 sentences.
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Jim Inhofe said 237 words of a total of 5596 words.
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Full Transcript
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, I rise to introduce the Medicare Patient Access to Preventive and Diagnostic Tests Act. This bipartisan legislation will establish new procedures under Medicare for determining the coding and payment amounts for clinical diagnostic laboratory tests. I am pleased to have my colleague, Senator John Kerry, as the lead Democratic sponsor of this bill. Similar legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Congresswoman Jennifer Dunn and Congressman Jim McDermott. Innovative clinical laboratory tests help save lives and reduce health care costs by detecting diseases, such as cancer, heart attacks, and kidney failure in their early stages, when they are more treatable. However, there are serious flaws in the way that the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, formally known as HCFA, currently sets reimbursement rates for diagnostic tests.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65925
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1004676567
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0351991679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006600534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003397652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002935902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001988382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00015486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.8586E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.1611E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.08121E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.60133E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
88.828
Magnitude:
133
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
55
Sprache Difficult Word Count
65
Orrin Hatch
This cumbersome bureaucratic system makes it difficult for physicians and laboratories to offer these diagnostic tests to their patients who need them. Due to institutionalized flaws in the current Medicare reimbursement system, revolutionary and innovative diagnostic tests may not benefit patients for years to come. In addition, it has been shown that lower laboratory payments correlate with lower utilization. The payment rates vary significantly from region to region and State to State.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
-0.555
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1150241937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0232992534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032106644
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010852195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006705021
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000411577
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003644505
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.9073E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.48952E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.69848E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.7321E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.926
Magnitude:
72
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Orrin Hatch
For example, in my home State of Utah, a patient is sent for blood work to test for kidney disease. Based upon the 2001 Medicare Lab Reimbursement schedule, the Utah lab would receive $2.12 for performing the test. However, labs in Arizona, Nevada, Montana, New Mexico and Wyoming, would receive $6.33 to perform the same test. This makes no economic or medical sense to me.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1819298719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1755097299
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.004408283
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0024467668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010363294
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004456157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004063799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003699557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002444697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001457963
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.13669E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.663
Magnitude:
62
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Orrin Hatch
A recent Institute of Medicine, IoM, report stated that Medicare payments for outpatient clinical laboratory services should be based on a single, rational fee schedule. Medicare should account for market- based factors such as local labor costs and prices for goods and services in establishing the fee schedule. In addition, CMS should provide opportunities for stakeholder input and develop better communication with contractors while policies are being developed and after these policies are adopted.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0896292273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0541748479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0059746861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0030085965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027088539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0018512814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006223041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001419971
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.7309E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.62918E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.33458E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.314
Magnitude:
74
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Orrin Hatch
Our bill, based upon the principles of this IoM report, would require CMS to establish a national fee schedule for new and current tests, based upon an open, transparent, and rational public process for incorporating new tests, as well as to provide clear explanations of the reasoning behind its reimbursement decisions. This new process would be based upon science based methodologies for setting prices for new technologies that are designed to establish fair and appropriate payment levels for these items and services.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0333837816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.019118085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0052743286
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0026471045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009517476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007475093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004020436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003394148
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002140673
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001127087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.95411E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
90.798
Magnitude:
82
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Orrin Hatch
CMS's procedures would provide that the payment amount for tests would be established under either the so-called gap-filling or cross- walking methodologies, and they would specify the rules for deciding which methodology will be used and how it will be employed. In particular, the legislation would require that if a new test is clinically similar to a test for which a fee schedule amount has already been established, through cross-walking, CMS will pay the same fee schedule amount for the new test. In determining whether tests are clinically similar, CMS will not take into account economic factors.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0163949211
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0148790379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0077205281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036454923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023197807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013300059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006042956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002904677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001268583
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.26486E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.8915E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
89.033
Magnitude:
97
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Orrin Hatch
Finally, this new process would provide a mechanism for any laboratory or other stakeholder to challenge CMS fee schedule decisions. The cost of these changes is small in light of the significant impact on improving the quality of patient care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0480646238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0147708124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0015047922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007030539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004279633
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002439366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001619819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.77419E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.47825E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.11488E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.9439E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
38.904
Magnitude:
40
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
26.094
Magnitude:
40
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Orrin Hatch
I hope my colleagues will join me in cosponsoring this bill. The laudable goal of this bipartisan legislation is to establish an open and transparent public process for incorporating new laboratory tests into the Medicare program. Many seniors currently do not have full access to the medical care they need due to the antiquated process for assigning billing codes and setting reimbursement rates. We need to bridge the gap between seniors and the life-saving lab tests they need to preserve their health and promote their well-being.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.872
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0623863831
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0413070113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0114179536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0094129195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0052765718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0021364338
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006432955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000462129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001372206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001164144
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
5.62465E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
83.206
Magnitude:
86
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Orrin Hatch
I ask my colleagues to join with me in supporting this legislation and ask unanimous consent that the text of this bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0292768469
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0062469007
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022571947
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012262397
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0010384476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003322788
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001579612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001286623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.13192E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.59385E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.8347E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Chuck Grassley
Mr. President, today, on behalf of myself and my colleague, Senator Torricelli, I am introducing legislation, the Medical Savings Availability Act of 2001, which would make the availability of medical savings accounts permanent and would make it possible for any individual to purchase a medical savings account. Our bill would liberalize existing law authorizing medical savings accounts in a number of other respects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.55535
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0155964677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0150960579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042648444
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0028599783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0027431637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012015572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002877818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.61144E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.37056E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.3997E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.364E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
93.584
Magnitude:
56
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Chuck Grassley
Medical savings accounts are a good idea. They are basically IRAs, an idea everybody understands, which must be used for payment of medical expenses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Sexual > Minors
0.2246967051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1166593516
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0248718337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0063090185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0054724118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010720804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002527118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001778654
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.96497E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.77671E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.47398E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Chuck Grassley
The widespread use of medical savings accounts should have several beneficial consequences.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0536930573
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0290279539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0182139469
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0139840995
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001554658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011100945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0010146776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009789193
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007940181
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001859905
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.89652E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
92.068
Magnitude:
63
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
4.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Chuck Grassley
They should reduce health care costs. Administrative costs should be lower. Consumers with MSAs should use health care services in a more discriminating manner. Consumers with MSAs should be more selective in choosing providers. This should cause those providers to lower their prices to attract medical savings account holders as patients.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual > Minors
0.0213824329
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0117958109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.011119197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.002588843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008076103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000683205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0003598866
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003276655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003010303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.35214E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.81572E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
21.808
Magnitude:
53
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.9
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Chuck Grassley
Medical savings accounts can also help to put the patient back into the health care equation. Patients should make more cost-conscious choices about routine health care. Patients with MSAs would have complete choice of provider.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.844
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0026692474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.001871755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004755796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004509574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003309499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002825757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001296854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001063428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.09949E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
7.22645E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.41473E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
64.699
Magnitude:
96
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.4
Gunning-Fog Score
7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Chuck Grassley
Medical savings accounts should make health care coverage more dependable. MSAs are completely portable. MSAs are still the property of the individual even if they change jobs. Hence, for those with MSAs, job changes do not threaten them with the loss of health insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.333
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0443320518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.016989038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024935942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0024754945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016780272
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013780259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.06339E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.40525E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.03392E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.5031E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.8077E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
33.005
Magnitude:
60
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
29.455
Magnitude:
60
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Chuck Grassley
Medical savings accounts should increase health care coverage. Perhaps as many as half of the more than 40 million Americans who are uninsured at any point in time are without health insurance only for four months or less. A substantial number of these people are uninsured because they are between jobs. Use of medical savings accounts should reduce the number of the uninsured by equipping people to pay their own health expenses while unemployed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.715
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0975875184
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0202824071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0030954026
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0026373204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015886741
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007993616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004802531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.00029419
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001205902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.4606E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.37612E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.811
Magnitude:
96
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Chuck Grassley
Medical savings accounts should promote personal savings. Since pre- tax monies are deposited in them, there should be a strong tax incentive to use them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.813
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0040322226
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013914572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009248882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007676721
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004674048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001156426
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.18596E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.68277E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.921E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.9637E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6677E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Chuck Grassley
As I understand it, there are approximately 100,000 MSA accounts covering a total of approximately 250,000. I understand also that approximately one-third of those who have set up medical savings accounts were previously uninsured.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0368520065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0261856068
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0086314081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039195227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032853874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013498258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004441536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002199195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3809E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.66596E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.492E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
90.679
Magnitude:
56
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Chuck Grassley
But medical savings accounts have fallen short of their promise because of various restrictions in the authorizing law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.052
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0984994229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0091410104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0075808479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036298854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.003323194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000667904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002577039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001071359
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.78997E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.3942E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.4611E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
58.458
Magnitude:
84
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Chuck Grassley
The present law has a sunset of December, 2001, which has discouraged insurers from offering such plans. Current MSA law prohibits around 70 percent of the working population from purchasing them because purchase is limited to the self-employed or to employees of small businesses of less than 50 employees.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.557
Very Negative
Moderation
Sexual > Minors
0.0407821848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0264167553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0071514492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055456232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008628841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008495664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003024937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002718074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.47608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.08931E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.29066E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
69.588
Magnitude:
54
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Chuck Grassley
The bill we are introducing today would eliminate the restrictions that have limited the availability of MSAs: First, it would remove the December, 2001, sunset provision and make the availability of MSAs permanent; second, it would repeal the limitations on the number of MSAs that can be established; third, it stipulates that the availability of these accounts is not limited to employees of small employers and self-employed individuals; fourth, it increases the amount of the deduction allowed for contributions to medical savings accounts to 100 percent of the deductible; fifth, it permits both employees and employers to contribute to medical savings accounts; sixth, it reduces the permitted deductibles under high deductible plans from $1,500 in the case of individuals to $1,000 and from $3,000 in the case of couples to $2,000; seventh, the bill would permit medical savings accounts to be offered under cafeteria plans; and finally, the bill would encourage preferred provider organizations to offer MSAs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.40534
VADER
0.452
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0036107584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022954438
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019643998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016237784
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004943462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002490815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002165579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001956309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
7.51055E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.81541E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.0965E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Chuck Grassley
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0393055176
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0121844409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0080490194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007060857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006320051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005022124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003192256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001136553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.56755E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.33588E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.73494E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
90.348
Magnitude:
34
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Barbara Boxer
Mr. President, earlier this week the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued an order to provide price mitigation to California's electricity market. This order is a stunning turnaround for an agency that refused to recognize that this energy crisis is a regional problem and that cost-based pricing is in order. However, FERC's order does not adequately address past grievances regarding refunds for overcharges by the generators.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Barbara Boxer
Therefore, today I am introducing the Electricity Gouging Relief Act in an effort to bring much needed relief to consumers, businesses and the State of California from price gouging by electricity generators. This legislation helps to right past wrongs by providing rebates in cases where companies were engaged in gouging.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.889
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Barbara Boxer
Generators' profits increased on average by 508 percent between 1999 and 2000. One company, Reliant Energy, experienced a 1,685 percent increase in profits in the same time period. This compares to a 16 percent increase in profits across the electric and gas industry and an increase in demand of only four percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.95
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Barbara Boxer
My bill would require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, FERC, to order refunds for past electricity purchases in cases where FERC determined that the prices charged by the generators were "unjust and unreasonable." The bill would affect electricity sales that took place between June 1, 2000 -- when price spikes first occurred in San Diego and June 19, 2001 -- the day before FERC's order became effective.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Barbara Boxer
I encourage my colleagues to support this bill. FERC's actions on Monday are a step in the right direction. Now, we need to refund overcharges by the generators to consumers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Barbara Boxer
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Carl Levin
Mr. President, today I am introducing the Willing Seller Amendments of 2001 which would amend the National Trails System Act, NTSA, to provide Federal authority to acquire land from willing sellers to complete nine national scenic and historic trails authorized under the Act. The legislation gives the Federal agencies administering the trails the ability to acquire land from willing sellers only. The legislation would not commit the Federal Government to purchase any land or to spend any money but would allow managers to purchase land to protect the national trails as opportunities arise and as funds are appropriated.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.868
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Carl Levin
For most of the national scenic and historic trails, barely one-half of their congressionally authorized length and resources are protected. Without willing seller authority, Federal trail managers' hands are tied when development threatens important links in the wild landscapes of the national scenic trails or in the sites that authenticate the stories of the historic trails. With willing seller authority, sections of trail can be moved from roads where hikers and other trail users are unsafe, and critical historic sites can be preserved for future generations to experience. Moreover, this authority protects private property rights, as landowners along the nine affected trails are currently denied the right to sell land to the Federal Government if they desire to do so.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.48808
VADER
-0.199
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Carl Levin
Willing seller authority is crucial for the North Country National Scenic Trail, which runs through my home State of Michigan, because completion of the Trail faces significant challenges. These challenges which relate to development pressure and the need to cross long stretches of private and corporate held lands are common themes throughout the seven states linked by the 4,600-mile long North Country Trail.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Carl Levin
This legislation is also vital on a national level and accomplishes several important goals. First, it restores basic property rights -- Section 10 (c) of the National Trails System Act as currently written diminishes the right of thousands of people who own land along four national scenic trails and five national historic trails to sell their property or easements on their property, by prohibiting federal agencies from buying their land. Many of these landowners have offered to sell their land to the Federal Government to permanently protect important historical resources that their families have protected for generations or to maintain the continuity of a national scenic trail. Providing this authority to Federal agencies to purchase land from willing sellers along these nine trails will restore this basic property right to thousands of landowners.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.941
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Carl Levin
Second, it restores the ability of Federal agencies to carry out their responsibility to protect nationally significant components of our nation's cultural, natural and recreational heritage. The National Trails System Act authorizes establishment of national scenic and historic trails to protect important components of our historic and natural heritage. One of the fundamental responsibilities given to the Federal agencies administering these trails is to protect their important cultural and natural resources. Without willing-seller authority, the agencies are prevented from directly protecting these resources along nine trails -- nearly one-half of the National Trails System.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.80666
VADER
0.965
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Carl Levin
Third, it restores consistency to the National Trails System Act, NTSA. Congress enacted the National Trails System Act in 1968 ". . .to provide for the ever-increasing outdoor recreation needs of an expanding population and . . . to promote the preservation of, public access to, travel within, and enjoyment and appreciation of the open- air, outdoor areas and historic resources of the Nation . . . by instituting a national system of recreation, scenic and historic trails . . ." The agencies are authorized to collaborate with other Federal agencies, State and local governments and private organizations in planning, developing and managing the trails; to develop uniform standards for marking, interpreting and constructing the trails; to regulate their use; and to provide grants and technical assistance to cooperating agencies and organizations. The NTSA is supposed to provide these and other authorities to be applied consistently throughout the National Trails System. However, land acquisition authority, an essential means for protecting the special resources and continuity that are the basis for these trails, has been inconsistently applied. The Federal agencies have been given land acquisition authority for thirteen of the twenty-two national scenic and historic trails but have been denied authority to acquire land for the other nine trails. This bill restores consistency to the National Trails System Act by enabling the Federal agencies to acquire necessary land for all twenty-two national scenic and historic trails.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.89189
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.89189
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.65324
VADER
0.781
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
107
Sprache Difficult Word Count
71
Carl Levin
Finally, this legislation enables Federal agencies to respond to opportunities to protect important resources provided by willing sellers. The willing seller land acquisition authority provided for these nine trails and subsequent appropriations from the Land and Water Conservation Fund will enable the Federal agencies administering them to respond to conservation opportunities afforded by willing landowners.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.29584
VADER
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Carl Levin
I am pleased today to introduce this important legislation to restore parity to the National Trails System and provide authority to protect critical resources along the nation's treasured national scenic and historic trails.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
6.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Jack Reed
Mr. President, today I am introducing legislation that I believe is very pertinent to the current debate over managed care protections. My longstanding concern has been to ensure that the needs of children in managed care are not left out of the debate. That is why I am reintroducing the Children's Health Insurance Accountability Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jack Reed
This legislation sets the standard for what kinds of protections ought to be in place for children who receive care through health maintenance organizations. Specifically, this bill provides common sense protections for children in managed care plans such as: access to necessary pediatric primary care and specialty services; appeal rights that address the special needs of children, including an expedited review if a child's life or development is in jeopardy; quality measurements of health outcomes unique to children; utilization review rules that are specific to children with evaluation from those with pediatric expertise; and child-specific information requirements that will help parents and employers choose health plans on the basis of care provided to children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7931
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7931
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.02438
VADER
0.934
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Jack Reed
I am pleased that the major provisions of this legislation are incorporated into the McCain-Edwards-Kennedy Patient Protection bill, S. 1052. It is difficult enough to have a sick child, but to face barrier after barrier to necessary care for your child is unconscionable. Our current system is often failing our kids when they most need us. It is this simple: if we do not have health plan standards, there is no guarantee that we are providing adequate care for our children. And when it comes to our children, we should not take risks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.5
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jack Reed
Not one of us can deny that managed care plays a valid role in our health care system. Managed care's emphasis on preventive care has benefits for young and old alike. And HMOs have resulted in lower co- payments for consumers and higher immunization rates for our children. However, many questions have arisen about patient access to medical services and the consequences of cost-cutting measures and other incentives under managed care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.934
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jack Reed
The Children's Health Insurance Accountability Act seeks to address these concerns as they relate to children. Children are not small adults and often have very different health and developmental needs. We should be sure that we are always vigilant when it comes to their health and well-being, not only in the context of patient protection legislation, but in other policy measures we consider this year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jack Reed
I am pleased that this legislation is supported by a number of children's health and advocacy organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Children's Defense Fund and the National Association of Children's Hospitals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Jack Reed
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Jim Inhofe
Mr. President, today I rise to bring attention to an issue that affects all Americans, government waste. As we all know, the Federal Government is infamous for its profligate programs and approaches to problem solving. In the last decade, we have seen inefficiency of mammoth proportions within the government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
-0.477
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jim Inhofe
As a result, I have introduced legislation that would establish a national commission to eliminate government waste. This act would resurrect President Reagan's work to find an equitable way to enact fiscal responsibility and accountability within the government. During the Reagan Administration, a private sector study of government was commissioned to dispose of Federal waste, mismanagement, and abuse. Led by industrialist J. Peter Grace, the Grace Commission produced 47 reports with 2,478 recommendations. As a result of this study, President Reagan issued executive orders that saved the Federal Government more than $110 billion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.21131
VADER
-0.34
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Jim Inhofe
Today, many Federal agencies still use cumbersome bureaucratic procedures. The National Commission to Eliminate Waste in Government Act would establish a commission to conduct a private sector survey on management and cost control within the government. It would also provide an opportunity for the commission to review existing reports on government waste. Because the commission would be funded, staffed, and equipped by the private sector, it would not cost the government one dime.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
-0.422
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Jim Inhofe
I urge my colleagues to support this end to government waste and the beginning of discipline and efficiency within our government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Chuck Grassley
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation to re-authorize the Drug Free Communities Act. I am pleased to be joined by my colleagues Senator Biden, Senator Smith, and Senator Daschle in introducing this legislation which will continue for another 5 years the successes that we have found with Drug Free Communities Program. In addition, it builds upon the successes that coalitions have had by encouraging them to establish a coalition mentoring program for nearby communities. Finally, this act will authorize funding for the National Anti-Drug Coalition Institute, which will provide education, training, and technical assistance to leaders of community coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.964
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Chuck Grassley
Substance abuse remains a problem in communities across the country. Substance abuse is the cause of or associated with many of today's problems, but is a preventable behavior. Community anti-drug coalitions are implementing long-term strategies to address the problem of substance abuse in their communities. By bringing together a cross- section of the community to address a common problem, community coalitions are discovering and implementing unique community solutions to reduce and prevent the incidence of substance abuse in their communities. And that idea, that communities are best suited to address their own problems, is the underlying premise that has been proven with the success of the Drug Free Communities program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.84615
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.84615
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.12026
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.913
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
54
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Chuck Grassley
There are three key features to the Drug Free Communities Act. First, communities must take the initiative. In order to receive support, a community coalition must demonstrate that there is a long-term commitment to address teen-drug use. It must have a sustainable coalition that includes the involvement of representatives from a wide variety of community activists.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.823
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Chuck Grassley
In addition, every coalition must show that it can sustain itself. Community coalitions must be in existence for at least 6 months before applying. They are only eligible to receive support if they can match these donations dollar for dollar with non-Federal funding, up to $100,000 per coalition.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Chuck Grassley
An Advisory Commission, consisting of local community leaders, and State and national experts in the field of substance abuse, has worked closely with the Office of National Drug Control Policy to oversee the successful management and growth of this grant program. Because of this partnership, grants have gone to communities and programs that can make a difference in the lives of our children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.296
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Chuck Grassley
Today, we have better evidence that coalitions are working, that they are making a difference. A recent study sponsored by the Annie E. Casey Foundation documented the difference that eight community coalitions, all of which have received funding through the Drug Free Communities program, from around the country have made in their communities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.735
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Chuck Grassley
In addition to continuing this successful program, this re- authorization legislation adds the possibility for a supplemental grant to the Drug-Free Communities Grant Program. The supplemental grant is available to any coalition that has been in existence for at least 5 years, achieved measurable results in youth substance abuse prevention and treatment, have staff or Coalition members willing to serve as mentors for persons interested in starting or expanding a Coalition in their community, identified demonstrable support from members of the identified community, and have created a detailed plan for mentoring either newly formed or developing Coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Chuck Grassley
Coalitions receiving the supplemental grant must use these funds to support and encourage the development of new, self-supporting community coalitions focused on the prevention and treatment of substance abuse in the new coalition's community. This supplemental grant can be renewed provided the recipient coalition continues to meet the underlying criteria and has made progress in the development of new coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
6.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Chuck Grassley
Starting a new anti-drug coalition is a difficult exercise, which makes the success of these coalitions I mentioned earlier all the more remarkable. But I also know this from personal experience. For the past 4 years, I have worked with leaders from across my State of Iowa to start and grow the Face It Together Coalition, a State-wide, anti-drug coalition designed to bring together people from all walks of life, business leaders, doctors and nurses, law enforcement, school professionals, members of the media, and so on, to work together toward a common goal: keeping kids drug free.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.854
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Chuck Grassley
In working with FIT, it has become clear that by working together, everyone can accomplish more. This is a solid, grass-roots initiative that can work. But it hasn't been an easy process, and it will continue to require the dedication and commitment of all of our board members. One of the biggest challenges that we face has not been finding ideas of what to do, or even finding effective ongoing projects in the State, but identifying and securing funding to support the expansion of our activities. Much can and has been done by volunteers, and through the networking connections that the Board members are able to bring to the table.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Chuck Grassley
In addition, this legislation will authorize $2 million in federal funding for two years for the National Community Anti-Drug Coalition Institute. Modeled after the success we have seen from the National Drug Court Institute, this national non-profit organization will represent, provide technical assistance and training, and have special expertise and broad, national-level experience in community anti-drug coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Chuck Grassley
The funding for the Institute will be to 1. provide education, training, and technical assistance to key members of community anti- drug coalitions, 2. develop and disseminate evaluation tools, mechanisms, and measures to assess and document coalition performance, and 3. bridge the gap between research and practice by providing community coalitions with practical information based on the most current research on coalition-related issues. The Institute is expected to last for more than 2 years, and to pursue and obtain additional funding from sources other than the Federal Government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Chuck Grassley
In conclusion, I encourage all of my colleagues to join me in supporting this legislation. It is supported by the Administration. It has the support of communities all across the Nation. The Drug Free Communities Program works. I look forward to working with my colleagues here and in the House to ensure quick passage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.954
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Chuck Grassley
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joe Biden
Mr. President, today I introduce legislation to reauthorize the Drug Free Communities Act, a program which currently funds more than 300 community coalitions across the country that work to reduce drug, alcohol, and tobacco use.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
Four years ago, I worked with Senator Grassley, Representatives Sandy Levin and Rob Portman, and others to create this important program to fund coalitions of citizens -- parents, youth, businesses, media, law enforcement, religious organizations, civic groups, doctors, nurses, and others -- working to reduce youth substance abuse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.772
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Joe Biden
Community coalitions across the country -- including two in my home State of Delaware -- are galvanizing tremendous support for prevention efforts. They are helping fellow citizens make a difference in their communities. And they are helping all sectors of the community send a consistent message about alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.748
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
I have been fighting for this type of anti-drug program for local communities for over a decade because I believe that prevention is a critical -- but too often overlooked -- part of an effective drug strategy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joe Biden
Substance abuse is one of our Nation's most pervasive problems. Addiction is a disease that does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, socioeconomic status, race or creed. And while we tend to stereotype drug abuse as an urban problem, the steadily growing number of heroin and methamphetamine addicts in rural villages and suburban towns shows that is simply not the case.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.84583
VADER
-0.956
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joe Biden
We have nearly 15 million drug users in this country, 4 million of whom are hard-core addicts. We all know someone -- a family member, neighbor, colleague or friend -- who has become addicted to drugs or alcohol. And we are all affected by the undeniable correlation between substance abuse and crime -- an overwhelming 80 percent of the 2 million men and women behind bars today have a history of drug and alcohol abuse or addiction or were arrested for a drug-related crime.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.38462
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.38462
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.74721
VADER
-0.951
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joe Biden
All of this comes at a hefty price. Drug abuse and addiction cost this Nation $110 billion in law enforcement and other criminal justice expenses, medical bills, lost earnings and other costs each year. Illegal drugs are responsible for thousands of deaths each year and for the spread of a number of communicable diseases, including AIDS and Hepatitis C. And a study by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA) shows that 7 out of 10 cases of child abuse and neglect are caused or exacerbated by substance abuse and addiction.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.80952
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.80952
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-2.05412
VADER
-0.975
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Joe Biden
Another CASA study recently revealed that for each dollar that States spend on substance-abuse related programs, 96 cents goes to dealing with the consequences of substance abuse and only 4 cents to preventing and treating it. Investing more in prevention and treatment is cost- effective because it will decrease much of the street crime, child abuse, domestic violence, and other social ills that can result from substance abuse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.94591
VADER
-0.96
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joe Biden
If we can get kids through age 21 without smoking, abusing alcohol, or using drugs, they are unlikely to have a substance abuse problem in the future. But there are still those who shrug their shoulders and say "kids are kids -- they are going to experiment." Others find the thought of keeping kids drug-free too daunting a task, and they give up too soon.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.26826
VADER
-0.744
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
75.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Joe Biden
But the truth is that we are learning more and more about drug prevention as researchers isolate the so-called "risk" and "protective" factors for drug use. In other words, we now know that if a child has low self-esteem or emotional problems; has a substance abuser for a parent; is a victim of child abuse; or is exposed to pro- drug media messages, that child is at a higher risk of smoking, drinking and using illegal drugs. But the good news is that we are also learning what decreases a child's risk of substance abuse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
-0.972
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Joe Biden
The Drug Free Communities program allows coalitions to put prevention research into action in cities and towns nationwide by funding initiatives tailored to a community's individual needs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
In my home State of Delaware, both the New Castle County Community Partnership and the Delaware Prevention Coalition's Southern Partnership are working to prevent youth substance abuse by helping kids do better in school, addressing their behavioral problems, and teaching them the dangers associated with drug, alcohol, and tobacco use. The Delaware coalitions know that teachers who have high expectations of their students and help them develop good social skills also help to prevent substance use. And they know that if kids think that drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are bad for them, they will be less likely to use them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.41369
VADER
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Joe Biden
Other coalitions are working to engage the religious community. In Florida, the Miami Coalition for a Safe and Drug Free Community has developed a substance abuse manual for religious leaders so that they will know how to identify substance abuse and help people who need treatment find it. They are also teaching religious leaders how to incorporate messages about substance abuse into their sermons.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
Still other groups are working with the business community. A coalition in Troy, MI, is working with the Chamber of Commerce to form an Employee Assistance Program for a consortium of small businesses who could not otherwise afford to have one.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
These are just a few examples of the efforts that are making a difference and just a few of the reasons why I am proud to support community coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Joe Biden
Drug abuse plagues the entire community. We all feel the consequences -- crime, homelessness, domestic violence, child abuse, despair -- and we all need to do something about it. Prevention messages must come from all sectors of the community, from a number of different voices. Coalitions bring those groups together, give them information they need, help develop programs that work, and nurture them to success.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.11123
VADER
-0.881
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
I believe that the Drug Free Communities program is a powerful prevention initiative and I urge my colleagues to support its reauthorization.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.832
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Joe Biden
I ask unanimous consent that the full text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
5.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Gordon Smith
Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, I rise today to join my distinguished colleagues to support the reauthorization of the Drug- Free Communities Support Program. Drug-Free Community grants have had an extremely positive impact on my home State of Oregon, and I know that the program has benefitted a great number of communities all across this country. I am proud to be an original cosponsor of this important bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.49651
VADER
0.98
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Gordon Smith
Federal Drug-Free Community grants serve programs in 14 Oregon communities in urban, suburban, and rural areas alike. All Drug-Free Community grants go directly to communities to support a wide variety of innovative drug-abuse prevention programs, ranging from community education programs and after-school programs to parenting classes and youth camps. Communities are invested in the process through a dollar- for-dollar match requirement, ensuring their interest in getting results, and they are getting results. With help from Federal Drug-Free Community dollars, Oregon drug abuse prevention groups are increasing citizen participation and they have produced a measurable decrease in both adult and youth substance abuse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36364
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36364
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72594
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
54
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Gordon Smith
Portland's Regional Drug Initiative, RDI, for example, has promoted the establishment of drug-free workplaces among the city's large and small employers. Over 3,000 employers have attended an RDI training session, and of those, 92 percent have instituted drug-free workplace policies, resulting in a 5.5 percent decrease in positive workplace drug tests. At the Southern Oregon Drug Awareness program in Medford, OR, 320 young people have participated in its violence prevention course, and upon completion, two-thirds of those students report having no additional discipline referrals in school. These are two fine examples of how the Drug-Free Communities Support Program is directly responsible for positively impacting lives in Oregon and all across our Nation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Gordon Smith
This bill will reauthorize the Drug-Free Communities Support Program to provide grants for an additional five years. The bill will also authorize the creation of a National Community Anti-Drug Coalition Institute, which will serve as a valuable information clearing house for programs seeking to improve themselves by using the best practices of other successful community programs. The bill also establishes a new coalition mentoring program which will enable established coalitions like the Oregon Partnership to help communities develop their own local drug prevention coalitions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.82609
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.82609
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.15176
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Gordon Smith
Substance prevention works, and drug abuse is becoming less common through community prevention efforts, but this is no time to rest on our laurels. Over the next fifteen years, the youth population in the United States will grow by 21 percent, and we must ensure that the programs are in place to prevent these youths from succumbing to drug- related problems, such as academic failure, drug-related violence, and HIV infection. The Drug-Free Communities Support Program is an important partner in local efforts to prevent these problems, and I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting its reauthorization.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34