House Democrats Consider Tax on High Cost Health Plans

September 28, 2009

May threaten coverage for middle class

Today’s NAHU Newswire reports the so-called “Cadillac plans” are under consideration for a tax to help pay for healthcare reform. Under Senator Baucus’ plan, family plans costing well over $13,375 (the national average) would be subject to a tax.

The September 28th edition of USA Today reports, the Congressional Budget Office contends this tax could generate around $215 billion over ten years. Other opinions concede thatit would make healthcare less affordable for families and the debate does not end there.

To read more on the continuing healthcare debate, check out the September 28th edition of the NAHU Newswire.

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