Health care bill blasted, praised by associations
- June 30, 2017 |
- Walt Williams
A Senate bill to replace the Affordable Care Act has generated scorn from most medical groups, but at least three business groups signaled their approval. The legislation is slightly different from the American Health Care Act passed by the House in May. Analysts predict both bills will result in millions of people losing health coverage, but at the same time will repeal many taxes enacted under Obamacare. Senate leadership is holding off a vote on the bill until after the July 4 recess.In a statement, American Hospital Association CEO Rick Pollack urged the Senate to "go back to the drawing board." "The Senate proposal would likely trigger deep cuts to the Medicaid… Read More