Rejected Amendments to the Baucus Bill

FYI | Rejected Amendments to the Baucus Bill

Sep 29, 2009

by John Goodman

Bunning Open Records Amendment: would have required the full language and full price tag to be available on the Internet for three days before Congress votes.

Hatch Medicare Advantage (MA) Amendment: would have suspended MA provisions if the CBO finds that (contrary to the President’s promise) seniors are going to lose coverage or benefits.

Kyl Anti-Gag Order Amendment: would have allowed MA insurers to inform seniors of their likely loss of benefits.

Ensign/Cornyn/Kyl Malpractice Lawsuit Amendments: would have provided relief from lawsuits.