House Passes Healthcare Bill 219-212
March 22, 2010
Battle moves to Senate and Courts
In what is being deemed as an historic piece of legislation that will touch every American's life is now being sent to the Senate for final approval under the reconciliation process and is expected to make it to the President's desk for signature later this week. It is not without potential court challenges from states on grounds it violates the Constitution by requiring individuals to purchase insurance. Three states, Florida, Virginia and South Carolina have indicated they will be filing challenges with the courts in response to the bills passage.
Other articles of interest in the March 22, 2010 NAHU Newswire include:
- HHS Expected to Take Lead Role in Implementing Health Reform
- WTimes Decries "Socialist" Healthcare Reform Measure
- Florida Lawmakers Planning Large Changes to Medicare, Medicaid
- Long-Term Care Provision in Health Reform Bill Discussed
- New York City Clinic Offers Unlimited Visits for $79-A-Month
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