Unhappy Senate Democrats complain about proposed tax on high-value insurance in health overhaul billWASHINGTON — Unhappy Senate Democrats on Thursday found plenty to complain about in the fine print of the latest health overhaul bill, particularly a tax provision they fear would hit hard at middle-class Americans, from coal miners in West Virginia to firefighters in New York. Proposed tax on high-value insurance plans sparking concerns among congressional DemocratsWASHINGTON — Unhappy Senate Democrats on Thursday found plenty to complain about in the fine print of the latest health overhaul bill, particularly a tax provision they fear would hit hard at middle-class Americans, from coal miners in West Virginia to firefighters in New York. Obama renews plea for health care overhaul in campaign-style rally at University of MarylandCOLLEGE PARK, Md. — President Barack Obama is making another impassioned plea for passage of his health care plan, calling it a “defining struggle of this generation.” Health care issues: Calculating the price tagA look at key issues in the health care debate: Health care overhaul picks up momentum, but deep divisions foretell rough road aheadWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s call for an overhaul of the nation’s health care system gained fresh momentum with the introduction of long-delayed Senate legislation to rein in spiraling medical costs and require nearly everyone to carry health insurance. Baucus plan would improve health care access but costs could still be a barrier for someWASHINGTON — You’re a 51-year-old single mother raising two kids and juggling a mortgage and a car loan. Because you’re self-employed, getting health insurance has always been a problem. Under the new Senate plan, you still might have to stretch your budget to pay premiums even if the coverage is more secure. Details on the costs of the Senate Finance Committee chairman’s health care billA rundown of the new spending in Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus’ health care overhaul bill, and a look at how it’s paid for. The numbers are 10-year totals covering 2010-2019. Baucus pegs the overall cost of his plan at $856 billion over a decade; the Congressional Budget Office puts it at $774 billion. Baucus aides say the discrepancy is mainly because Baucus is adding up all the costs of the bill to get a gross total, while CBO uses some net numbers. Baucus’ health care plan marks pivotal moment in debate _ but no GOP support for compromiseWASHINGTON — His calls for compromise rebuffed by Republicans, the Democratic chairman of the Senate Finance Committee unveiled sweeping legislation Wednesday to remake the nation’s costly health care system largely along the lines outlined by President Barack Obama. Democrat Baucus releases long-awaited health overhaul bill _ Republican support still lackingWASHINGTON — Sen. Max Baucus on Wednesday brought out the much-awaited Finance Committee version of an American health-system remake — a landmark $856 billion, 10-year measure that starts a rough ride through Congress without visible Republican backing. Sen. Baucus releases long-awaited health overhaul bill; would cost $856 billion over 10 yearsWASHINGTON — Sen. Max Baucus on Wednesday brought out the much-awaited Finance Committee version of an American health-system remake — a landmark $856 billion, 10-year measure that starts a rough ride through Congress without visible Republican backing. Senate Finance version of health care bill unveiled, would cost US over $856B in next 10 yearsWASHINGTON — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus has released his long-awaited health overhaul bill, moving forward with a landmark, $856 billion bill even though no Republicans are on board. Baucus’ decision to unveil health bill with no GOP support dims chances for bipartisan dealWASHINGTON — Sen. Max Baucus’ decision to release his long-awaited health care overhaul bill with no Republicans on board dims the chances for a bipartisan compromise on President Barack Obama’s top domestic priority. Baucus moving ahead on health care without GOP support, Rangel says Obama’s price tag too lowWASHINGTON — Caught off guard, congressional Democrats are grappling with President Barack Obama’s unexpected call for immediate access to insurance for those with pre-existing medical conditions, as well as richer Medicare drug benefits than envisioned in early versions of health care legislation. Rep. Rangel says Obama’s health bill price too low, would require slashing subsidies for poorWASHINGTON — A key House committee chairman said Tuesday that President Barack Obama’s preferred price tag for a health care overhaul is too low and would require slashing subsidies for the poor. Ways and Means Chairman Charles Rangel, D-N.Y., also complained to reporters that “restrictions” Obama set out in his health care speech to Congress last week are complicating matters as House Democrats try to finalize their health care bill. House committee chairman says Obama’s health bill price tag too lowWASHINGTON — A key House committee chairman said Tuesday that President Barack Obama’s preferred price tag for a health care overhaul is too low and would require slashing subsidies for the poor. Support from members of both parties in doubt as negotiators wrap up Senate Finance proposalWASHINGTON — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus has been trying for months to write a health care bill that could win Republican support. If he succeeds he may find it’s fellow Democrats he has to worry about. Senate health negotiators cut the cost of their 10-year health overhaul plan to under $880BWASHINGTON — Senate health care negotiators said Monday they’ve cut the cost of their 10-year coverage plan to under $880 billion, but they’re not ready to shake hands yet on a bipartisan deal. Bipartisan talks may continue beyond Sept. 15 deadline for Senate Finance proposalWASHINGTON — Senate health care negotiators said Monday they’ve narrowed their differences on a host of difficult issues with just a day or so left to seal an elusive bipartisan deal that could change the course of the contentious debate. Baucus health care plan raises plenty of concerns despite major concessions to industryWASHINGTON — Hospitals and drug makers like what they see in the early version of a health care plan that may evolve into the one that ends up on President Barack Obama’s desk. Despite major concessions to industry, Baucus plan raises plenty of concernsWASHINGTON — Hospitals and drug makers like what they see in the early version of a health care plan that may evolve into the one that ends up on President Barack Obama’s desk. Text of Obama’s speech to Congress on health care reformText of President Barack Obama’s address to Congress on health care reform Wednesday, as prepared for delivery and provided by the White House. Obama exhorts Congress to pass health care overhaul, says ’season for action’ has arrivedWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama summoned Congress to join in a “season for action” on health care Wednesday night, urging lawmakers to set aside partisan gamesmanship in favor of drafting legislation that benefits millions who have insurance and many more without it. FACT CHECK: Obama drops a reassurance from his speech that never quite squared with the factsWASHINGTON — The change was subtle, but significant. Mixing attacks and appeals, Republicans call on Obama to start over on health care overhaulWASHINGTON — Slow down and start over. Obama to urge Congress that a ’season for action’ on health care has arrivedWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama summoned Congress to join in a “season for action” on health care Wednesday night, urging lawmakers to set aside partisan gamesmanship in favor of drafting legislation that benefits millions who have insurance and many more without it. Obama urges Congress to enact sweeping health care bill, saying ‘time for bickering is over’WASHINGTON — Shaking off a summer of setbacks, President Barack Obama summoned Congress to enact sweeping health care legislation Wednesday night, declaring the “time for bickering is over” and the moment has arrived to protect millions who have unreliable insurance or no coverage at all. Obama exhorts Congress to pass health care overhaul, says ‘time for bickering is over’WASHINGTON — Shaking off a summer of setbacks, President Barack Obama summoned Congress to enact sweeping health care legislation Wednesday night, declaring the “time for bickering is over” and the moment has arrived to protect millions who have unreliable insurance or no coverage at all. Obama hopes to salvage health care plan after delays and GOP attacks take a tollWASHINGTON — In retrospect, President Barack Obama now says, he should have offered more details about health care proposals a few months ago, rather than give critics all summer to criticize them, often with baseless claims. Health care overhaul, an odyssey of social-system change whose time, critics say, hasn’t comeWASHINGTON — Harry Reid could hardly believe his ears. Health care’s bumpy road: More potholes, headaches than Democrats expectedWASHINGTON — Harry Reid could hardly believe his ears. |
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