Bill114th CongressFiled Sep 15, 2016Health
S.Res. 561
A resolution supporting efforts to increase competition and accountability in the health insurance marketplace, and to extend accessible, quality, affordable health care coverage to every American through the choice of a public insurance plan.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Sep 15, 2016)
Expresses support for efforts to build on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by ensuring that individuals have access to a public health insurance option.
What just happenedSep 15, 2016
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateSep 15, 2016
- Sep 15, 2016IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848)
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Sep 15, 2016IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate