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Schakowsky Sponsors Resolution Calling for Universal Health Care by 2008

Date: May 16, 2006
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Health and Health Care


SCHAKOWSKY SPONSORS RESOLUTION CALLING FOR UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE BY 2008

U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky was joined today by over 50 members of Congress in introducing a resolution urging Congress to pass legislation that provides universal health care by 2008. Nearly 46 million Americans are uninsured and millions more are so poorly insured that they cannot afford to get sick or injured. In 2006, health care spending is expected to approach $2.2 trillion in the U.S., accounting for more than 16% of GDP.

Schakowsky's resolution urges Congress to ensure that every American has access to affordable, comprehensive, high-quality care.

"The U.S. spends more on health care and provides less coverage than other developed nations around the world. Reforming our health care system is a moral imperative - we do not even guarantee preventive coverage for our children. Skyrocketing health care costs are stretching the wallets of most families and hindering the competitiveness of American businesses. We can and we must reduce costs, guarantee coverage, and provide quality care."

http://www.house.gov/schakowsky/PressRelease_5_19_06_UniversalHealthCare.html

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