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Gerry Studds: “Am I further correct that the word ``solely'' in this provision means that there can be no discrimination at all in the…”

On the recordMarch 28, 1996
Am I further correct that the word ``solely'' in this provision means that there can be no discrimination at all in the setting of premium contribution amounts for a participant on the basis of health status?
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Gerry Studds
Massachusetts

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Questioning the interpretation of a provision regarding discrimination in health insurance premiums.

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