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- H.R.1419
H.R.1419: Public Option Deficit Reduction Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 28, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 1, 2019
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 28, 2019
Bill Summary
Public Option Deficit Reduction Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to offer a public health insurance option through the health insurance exchange. Unlike the coverage options currently available on the exchange, which are administered by private insurance companies, this public option must be administered directly by HHS.The public option must comply with the same general requirements as other plan types...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Feb. 28, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Feb. 28, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Peter A. DeFazio (D-Ore.) |