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On the recordMay 9, 2019
An important piece of the Affordable Care Act, section 1332, created the State innovation waivers, which provide States with flexibility in implementing the ACA as long as plans remain comprehensive, affordable, and accessible. However, the Trump administration recently issued guidance encouraging States to promote junk health plans through these waivers in order to circumvent essential health benefits and protections for preexisting conditions. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on this bill.
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Annie Kuster
Democratic · New Hampshire

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