House Democrats’ gov’t health plan would offer premiums 20%-25% less than private insurance

WASHINGTON — What if a new health plan set up shop in your town offering coverage at a much lower price than other insurers?

Senators weigh 3 different designs for a new government health insurance plan, officials say

WASHINGTON — Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday. Officials familiar with the proposals said senators plan to debate them in a closed meeting next week. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because details of the controversial plans have not been released.

AP sources: Senators to weigh 3 options for gov’t health plan for middle-income Americans

WASHINGTON — Senators are considering three different designs for a new government health insurance plan that middle-income Americans could buy into for the first time, congressional officials said Friday.