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.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about health
  • Introduced Sept. 15, 2016
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 15, 2016

Bill Summary

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.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sept. 15, 2016
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848)
Sept. 15, 2016

Introduced in the Senate by Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.)

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