GOP Urged to Prioritize "Free Market Bills" Including Full Obamacare Repeal and SAVE Act

A prominent conservative voice, Jim Pfaff, President of The Conservative Caucus, has publicly challenged the Republican Party to move beyond symbolic resolutions and enact substantive "free market bills," specifically calling for the full repeal of Obamacare and the passage of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. Pfaff's remarks underscore a growing sentiment among some conservatives for more decisive legislative action.

"OK. Great. You're against socialism. Thanks. Now, could we have the GOP start to pass free market bills. Let's start with full repeal of Obamacare. Oh, and let's pass the SAVE Act to remove corruption from our elections. In other words, stop passing resolutions. Pass bills," Pfaff stated on social media. His statement highlights a desire for tangible legislative outcomes rather than non-binding declarations.

The call for "full repeal of Obamacare" comes amidst ongoing Republican efforts to dismantle or significantly alter the Affordable Care Act (ACA). While outright repeal attempts failed in 2017, recent strategies have focused on "backdoor" changes, such as not extending enhanced premium subsidies and imposing new verification requirements. Critics argue these measures could lead to millions losing health coverage and increased costs for others.

Pfaff also championed the "SAVE Act," which recently passed the House of Representatives. This legislation, officially known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (H.R.22/S.128), would mandate in-person documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, for voter registration. Proponents argue the bill is necessary to prevent non-citizen voting, while opponents contend it would disenfranchise millions of eligible American citizens by creating significant barriers to registration and eliminating online and mail-in options.

Jim Pfaff, a nationally recognized public policy leader with a career spanning over three decades in conservative politics, including roles as Chief of Staff for Congressmen, has consistently advocated for policies aligned with conservative and free-market principles. His recent tweet reflects a push for the Republican Party to translate its stated ideological opposition into concrete legislative achievements, particularly on issues like healthcare and election integrity. The path forward for these legislative priorities remains uncertain, especially for the SAVE Act which faces significant opposition in the Senate.