Senate Republicans, led by Mitch McConnell, have just released "modest" revisions to the "draft" healthcare bill that was dropped last week. The only substantive change appears to be the addition of a "waiting period" on those who allowed their coverage to lapse for a period of 63 days or more during the prior coverage year.
"Starting in 2019, individuals who had a break in continuous insurance coverage for 63 days or more in the prior year will be subject to a six month waiting period before coverage begins. Consumers will not have to pay premiums during the six month period."
Here is a summary of the changes:
Here are the changes in the revised version of the Senate GOP health care bill, just released: pic.twitter.com/hJ0sAQLHkI
— Frank Thorp V (@frankthorp) June 26, 2017
Of course, the real question now becomes whether or not Republican leaders in the Senate will stick to their guns and force a vote this week. While Senator Cornyn seems adamant that a vote this week ahead of the July 4th recess is an absolute necessity, perhaps he would be well served to take a look back at how well the rushed process worked out in the House back in March (see: In Stinging Defeat, House Republicans Abandon Obamacare Repeal Effort).
I am closing the door. We need to do it this week before double digit premium increases are announced for next year. https://t.co/Cxi3qAslg3
— JohnCornyn (@JohnCornyn) June 26, 2017
The full text of the bill can be reviewed here:
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