Healthcare

Yes. We. Did

Yes, the Democratic Party by itself, passed historic legislation that puts this country on the path to health care for all our citizens. The job is not done yet and the other side will not be giving up so the fight is not over yet.

First, we need to thank all of the Arizona congressional delegation for supporting this legislation. We all must call, email or write letters to them thanking them for their efforts. Their contact information is available on the sidebar to the left. Also, back up your congratulations with a donation to their campaigns via ActBlue. Don't for get to send some love to Democrats who are challenging in other districts as well.

The other side will not stop. Already there are states trying to pass legislation or state constitutional admendments to opt out of this health care legislation. They will be using this issue to fire up the radical elements of their party so they will come out to vote so we must also increase our efforts. Get involved with Workday Wednesdays at the headquarters, participate in Canvass Saturdays, become a PC or write letters to the editor of your local papers backing up our congressional team in the fight to hold onto their seats.

Finally, take a few moments to accept the fact that we all just witnessed history. Legislation like this that affects every citizen of this country does not happen all the time. If you were involved and helped to make this happen then pat yourself on the back, know your efforts paid off and get back out there. If you were on the sidelines not sure our party could pull this off then come join in the fun. Everyone is needed to make this come together and work for all of us. This is a democracy where there are no sidelines - everyone is in the game, whether you think you are or not.

How HCR Affects Your CD

The U.S. House of Representatives will soon vote on health care reform legislation. This legislation will make health care affordable for the middle class, provide security for seniors, and guarantee access to health insurance for the uninsured – while reducing the federal deficit by over $100 billion over the next decade.

The U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce has produced a district-by-district review of how the pending legislation would affect people.  It includes detailed information.

The below analysis examines the benefits of the legislation in the 6th Congressional District of Arizona, which is represented by Rep. Jeff Flake.

In CD 1, the health care reform bill will:

• Improve coverage for 600,000 residents with health insurance.
• Give tax credits and other assistance to up to 195,000 families and 15,200 small businesses to help them afford coverage.
• Improve Medicare for 114,000 beneficiaries, including closing the donut hole.
• Extend coverage to 81,000 uninsured residents.
• Guarantee that 17,400 residents with pre-existing conditions can obtain coverage.
• Allow 73,000 young adults to obtain coverage on their parents’ insurance plans.
• Reduce the cost of uncompensated care for hospitals and other health care providers by $16 million annually.

For a the full report on CD 6 click here. For the report on CD 1, click here and for CD 8, click here. To view reports from any other CD, click here.

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