Senate Hearing on the Future of Federal Health Insurance Programs
January 1, 2023
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The Frame
This serves as a formal record of expert testimony and legislative debate that informs potential future changes to federal health insurance laws and funding.
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Federal health program beneficiaries
These individuals rely on federal programs for health insurance coverage, which are the subject of the committee's policy review.
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Last recorded activity January 1, 2023.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on October 20, 2021, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
- The session was convened by Chairman Ron Wyden to discuss the role of federal programs in health insurance coverage.
- Witnesses included representatives from Families USA, the American Action Forum, The Commonwealth Fund, and the Urban Institute.
- The hearing included opening statements from Senators Ron Wyden and Mike Crapo.
- Testimony was provided by Senators Rick Scott and Raphael Warnock.
- The record includes written statements and responses to questions from committee members submitted by the witnesses.
- Numerous external organizations submitted communications for the record, including the National Taxpayers Union and the Healthcare Leadership Council.
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Why It Matters
This serves as a formal record of expert testimony and legislative debate that informs potential future changes to federal health insurance laws and funding.
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The hearing record includes submissions from a wide range of organizations, from the National Taxpayers Union to single-payer healthcare advocates, indicating a broad scope of interest in the committee's work.
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