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John McCain: You have granted over 700 waivers. Now, for employers and union plans from the, 'annual benefit limit restrictions and…

On the recordJanuary 26, 2011
You have granted over 700 waivers. Now, for employers and union plans from the, 'annual benefit limit restrictions and health reform bill,' why not make those permanent?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain questions the lack of permanence for waivers granted under health reform legislation.

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