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On the recordOctober 14, 2009
But this ridiculous practice of charging women more for health insurance sends the message that we don't want women to receive prenatal services and high-quality maternity care.
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Barbara Mikulski
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Criticizes higher health insurance costs for women affecting prenatal care access.

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