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H.R.5808: To amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to establish a public health insurance option.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced July 21, 2010
- Latest Major Action July 21, 2010
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
129 (128 Democrats, 1 Independent)
Bill Summary
Amends the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to offer through Exchanges a health benefits plan (public health insurance option) that ensures choice, competition, and stability of affordable, high-quality coverage throughout the United States. Declares that the Secretary's primary responsibility is to create a low-cost plan without compromising quality or access to care. Sets...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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July 21, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Lynn Woolsey (D-Calif.) |