Archive for the 'Health Insurance / Medical Insurance' Category


Senate Democrats Brace For Heavy Health Reform Work

The Hill reports that “Democratic leaders sent out a notice Monday morning alerting senators that when the chamber returns to session after the Thanksgiving holiday, ‘roll call votes could occur at any time during the day and evening, with weekend sessions likely…


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Prayer Treatments Covered In Health Care Reform Bills

Prayer treatments may get a boost in health care legislation, raising debate about what constitutes healing and the separation of church and state. The


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Senators Return To Full Agenda, Health Debate Front And Center

Health care still dominates the Senate agenda, and some advocates are pressing for passage of a bill under ‘reconciliation’ rules. “The focus on health care as Congress reconvenes Tuesday after its monthlong recess is nearly all-consuming,” The Associated Press reports.


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Rep. Waxman Expected To Act On Health Care, Energy, Environment As New Chair Of House Energy And Commerce Committee

The Democratic Caucus on Thursday voted 137-122 to name Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) as the new chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee "in a coup that is expected to accelerate passage of energy, climate and health legislation backed by President-elect Barack Obama, the New York Times reports.
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Dingell Counters Waxman’s Bid For Chair Of House Energy And Commerce Committee

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair John Dingell (D-Mich.) countered House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair Henry Waxman's (D-Calif.)
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