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Healthcare Reform

By Stephanie Ferretti. Published on August 27, 2009 in Government Relations. 0 Comments Tags: .

Congress is currently considering legislation to reform the nation’s health insurance system. Attached is a detailed summary comparing the major reform bills in the House and Senate. The three committees of jurisdiction over health care in the House have all reported a bill.  House leaders are expected to bring that legislation to the floor in the Fall.  In the Senate, one of two committees with jurisdiction have reported legislation (Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions). The other panel, Committee on Finance, has yet to finalize its proposal.

Issued by M. Langman of Information Issues and Policy, Medical Library Association

Vote 2008

By Stephanie Ferretti. Published on October 8, 2008 in Government Relations. 1 Comment Tags: , , , , , .

Candidates on Health Care

We all know the problem. Nearly 45 million Americans are without health insurance. In Pennsylvania, there are approximately 767,000 uninsured adults and nearly 75% of them are employed. Rates of uninsured adults range from a high of 36% in Tioga County to a low of 3% in Butler County. Philadelphia ranks as the 4th highest county in uninsured adults at 19%. How are your neighbors? Uninsured rates in all counties are listed at Rx for PA (pdf). Insured Americans are not home free. All face increased premiums. Many are driven to the brink of financial ruin by inadequate coverage. Health care debt is a major contributor to personal bankruptcies.

Where do the candidates stand on health care? Read more» » »