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McHugh supports SCHIP

By Jasmyn Belcher

Oswego, New York – A National policy debate is taking place over a popular healthcare program for children.

Many Democrats and Republicans alike are pitted against President Bush over funding for the State Children's Healthcare Program or SCHIP.

Northern New York Congressman John McHugh is a supporter is SCHIP...as he explains to WRVO's Jasmyn Belcher.

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