What Now?

ST. PAUL, Minn.—Sen. Mike Lee (R.-Utah) and Sen. Jerry Moran (R.-Kan.) dealt a blow to Obamacare “repeal and replace” efforts last night when they announced they would not vote for the latest version of the Better Care Reconciliation Act.
What Now?![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—Sen. Mike Lee (R.-Utah) and Sen. Jerry Moran (R.-Kan.) dealt a blow to Obamacare “repeal and replace” efforts last night when they announced they would not vote for the latest version of the Better Care Reconciliation Act.
Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom Calls for Full Repeal, with Possible Vote Before Recess![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—Now that the House and Senate have been back to work for a week, Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF, www.cchfreedom.org) is continuing to call for the full repeal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). CCHF: Revised BCRA Has No Opt-Out from Obamacare![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—As Congress continues to debate the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) and push for a vote, Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF, www.cchfreedom.org) says the revised bill has its merits, but also many negative aspects. Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom Gives HHS 21 Recommendations for Unburdening Obamacare Regulations![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—The Department of Health & Human Services, under the direction of Secretary Tom Price, is looking for ways to unburden Americans from the regulatory shackles of the Affordable Care Act, and Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF, www.cchfreedom.org) is weighing in. What Is True Health Freedom?![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—Congress has pushed the pause button on the advancement of the Senate’s newly amended Better Care Reconciliation Act—and for good reason, says Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom’s (CCHF, www.cchfreedom.org) president and co-founder Twila Brase.
CCHF Marks One Year of The Wedge of Health Freedom![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—One year ago on June 28, 2016, Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF, www.cchfreedom.org) unveiled an exciting new health freedom initiative that sought to change the landscape of heath care in America—especially important as lawmakers continue to debate health reform and introduce versions of Obamacare “repeal and replace” bills.
Not Good Enough—New ‘Better Care Reconciliation Act’ from Senate Still Isn’t Repeal![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—The U.S. Senate received its first full glimpse this morning of a “discussion draft” for the long-awaited revamped health care bill, announced to his colleagues by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who also addressed the nation today.
5 Do’s and 5 Don’ts for Health Care Legislation That Will Advance Patient and Doctor Freedom![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—The jury is still out on when exactly the U.S. Senate will commit to passing any sort of health care reform, whether repeal or replace. Some have said that resolving the issue in 2017 is unrealistic, while others are pushing for action before the summer break. 7 Dangers of Guaranteed Issue![]() The Hill is reporting that Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) doesn’t think Congress will reach a deal to repeal and replace Obamacare, stating, “It’s unlikely that we will get a healthcare deal … I don’t see a comprehensive healthcare plan this year.” CCHF to Congress: Prohibit New Version of National Patient ID![]() ST. PAUL, Minn.—Proponents of a national medical records system had something to cheer about earlier this month when President Donald Trump signed into law a “National Patient ID” strategy as part of the 2017 appropriations bill. Meanwhile, those who fight for patient privacy and health freedom have all the more reason to forge ahead.
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