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Washington, DC (November 15, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on Republican bill Keep Your Health Plan Act:
“Today Republicans blocked consideration of a Democratic measure, which included language from my bill H.R. 3504 Consumer Protection and Rate Review Act. The language included would prevent consumers from paying an unreasonable insurance premium by allowing regulators to deny or modify excessive, unjustified or unfairly discriminatory rates in every state.
Washington, DC (November 14, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the National Fair Housing Alliance investigation:
Washington, DC (November 14, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement on the National Fair Housing Alliance investigation:
Washington, DC (November 12, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky statement on the passage of the HIV Organ Policy Equity Act:
“Today, with the passage of the HIV Organ Policy Equity Act, the House has taken another step forward in improving access to health care for people living with HIV/AIDS. As a cosponsor of this legislation, I am pleased that we are moving to allow organ donations from HIV-infected donors to HIV-positive patients on the waiting list for organ transplants.
Washington, DC (November 12, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky statement on the passage of the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act:
“The PREEMIE Reauthorization Act allows for enhanced research and education services to reduce premature births, a leading cause death in newborns.
“I applaud my colleagues in the Senate and House for bringing this important bill to a vote, in order to continue federal support for efforts that prevent premature births in our country. This is also a reminder of the importance of Obamacare’s maternity coverage requirement. That requirement will help women receive important prenatal care which leads to healthier babies.”
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Washington, DC (November 8, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement after the Obama Administration a final rule on mental health parity:
“The final rules that were issued today for the Mental Health Parity and Equity Addiction Act are a major step forward for healthcare consumers. This Act ensures that consumers won’t face higher co-pays or premiums and visit limits are no more restrictive for mental health disorders than they are for other medical benefits. Because of Obamacare, these new consumer protections will apply in the individual and small group markets, making sure that everyone benefits from mental health parity standards.
Washington, DC (November 8, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement after the Obama Administration a final rule on mental health parity:
“The final rules that were issued today for the Mental Health Parity and Equity Addiction Act are a major step forward for healthcare consumers. This Act ensures that consumers won’t face higher co-pays or premiums and visit limits are no more restrictive for mental health disorders than they are for other medical benefits. Because of Obamacare, these new consumer protections will apply in the individual and small group markets, making sure that everyone benefits from mental health parity standards.
Washington, DC (November 8, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement in commemoration of Veterans Day:
“On Monday we honor our brave veterans, who have served the United States by keeping us safe and promoting our democratic values and ideas overseas. This day is a time to reflect on the service and sacrifice these courageous men and women and their families have made for our country.
Washington, DC (November 8, 2013) – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement in commemoration of Veterans Day:
“On Monday we honor our brave veterans, who have served the United States by keeping us safe and promoting our democratic values and ideas overseas. This day is a time to reflect on the service and sacrifice these courageous men and women and their families have made for our country.