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Follow on Google News | Proposed law focuses on the repeal and replacement of Obamacare, says AMACIt’s a ‘bold move that is comprehensive and merits broad-based support’
By: Association of Mature American Citizens The Georgia Congressman’ The Price bill comes just weeks away from a much awaited Supreme Court decision is expected that has the potential of causing a collapse of the Affordable Care Act. The Court will determine whether those enrolled in Obamacare through the Federal-run exchange are eligible for subsidies. If it strikes down the subsidies, the consensus is that it would deal a crippling blow to the healthcare law. “Thus, the Empowering Patients First Act has made a timely debut,” Weber said. Unlike Obamacare, the proposed new law “seeks to put patients and doctors back in control of health decisions, while making coverage more affordable and expanding access to quality care in ways that Americans deserve. This bill accomplishes these vital objectives by allowing individuals to purchase insurance across state lines and using interstate competition to drive down health costs. Small businesses would also be permitted to band together across state lines to buy insurance for their families and employees at a lower cost. Moreover, this bill incentivizes Americans – including the uninsured – to purchase coverage by providing individuals with age adjusted tax credits to those who purchase health plans through the individual market. Additionally, it would reform medical malpractice laws to reduce unnecessary costs for both doctors and patients.” Weber said that it is a comprehensive solution. “The Empowering Patients First Act also looks to safeguard individuals with pre-existing conditions by bolstering state-based high risk pools.” And, he added, EPF addresses controversial moral issues. The proposal would prevent federal funding for abortions. The AMAC chief said that “there’s a lot to like here.” Perhaps that is the reason the Price proposal encountered little criticism from “the usual suspects” when the bill was proposed. ABOUT AMAC The Association of Mature American Citizens [http://www.amac.us] is a vibrant, vital and conservative alternative to those organizations, such as AARP, that dominate the choices for mature Americans who want a say in the future of the nation. Where those other organizations may boast of their power to set the agendas for their memberships, AMAC takes its marching orders from its members. We act and speak on their behalf, protecting their interests, and offering a conservative insight on how to best solve the problems they face today. Live long and make a difference by joining us today at http://amac.us/ End
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