On the recordAugust 2, 2001
I have continually criticized the Norwood-Dingell-Ganske bill because of the liability language which threatens the employer-based system of health care. The Norwood amendment excludes employers from being held liable for selecting a health plan, choosing which benefits are available under the plan or advocating on behalf of an employee for coverage. This amendment also adds the ability for employers to choose a designated decision-maker who will have the sole liability for benefit determinations. These are all essential to protect the employer-based system of health care, protect them from trial lawyers. Mr. Chairman, in an ideal world, Congress should be considering legislation to tackle the problem of 45 million uninsured Americans. Unfortunately, we are not there yet.
Source
govinfo.gov
