H.R. 676, The American People's Universal Health Care Bill
Support for H.R. 676, "The United States National Health Care Act," continues to grow across the country. Although important, the reforms that were passed last year will need to be strengthened. Private health insurance premiums will continue to rise and health care costs continue to escalate.
It is my belief that the best way to create an efficient, cost effective, and high quality universal health care system in the United States is to pass H.R. 676, and establish a non-profit universal single payer program that would be similar to an improved "Medicare for all" program.
As I prepare to introduce a new version of H.R. 676 in the 112th Congress, I want to hear your ideas about ways we can strengthen and improve the bill. It has always been my belief that federal legislation is the strongest whenever the legislative process is transparent and the voice of the American people is heard. I believe that H.R. 676 truly is the "American People's Universal Health Care Bill." It is not being written behind closed doors to benefit lobbyists, corporations, and other special interests. It exists to benefit American families and small businesses and establish health care as a human right.
I look forward to reading your ideas and suggestions. Please submit your recommendations here.
Sincerely,
Congressman John Conyers, Jr.
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