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Joni Ernst: “It makes sense from a number of policy perspectives for other jurisdictions that are contemplating PFML legislation to…”

On the recordJuly 10, 2018
It makes sense from a number of policy perspectives for other jurisdictions that are contemplating PFML legislation to also draft the legislation in a way that permits private insurer involvement and leverages the established private market.
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Joni Ernst
Republican · Iowa

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Ernst advocates for including private insurers in paid family leave legislation.

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