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BILL ANALYSIS |
| Health Care & Wellness Committee | |
HJM 4005
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Requesting that Congress enact a universal health care system.
Sponsors: Representatives Moeller, Takko, Appleton, Cody, Dunshee, Clibborn, Green, Pedersen, Flannigan, Hunt, Roberts, Darneille, Williams, Hasegawa, Kagi, Simpson, Kenney, Conway, Santos, McDermott and Ormsby.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/21/07
Staff: Dave Knutson (786-7146).
Background:
Approximately 46 million Americans do not have health care coverage. There is currently a mix
of employer-sponsored health care coverage and public financing for health coverage through the
Medicaid, Medicare, and State Children's Health Insurance Program. Individuals who do not
qualify for public health coverage and work for an employer who does not offer health coverage
cannot, in many cases, afford to purchase health care coverage.
Summary of Bill:
Congress is requested to enact legislation guaranteeing that every person in the United State is
entitled to receive all medically necessary care under a universal health care system. The system
would include the following: care is affordable, cost-efficient, provides comprehensive benefits,
promotes prevention and early intervention, provides parity for mental health, and promotes
quality and better health outcomes.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.