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Originally Posted by Gozer
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A few things stand out.
I'm not seeing any insurance reform. None at all?
And secondly,
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American Indians don’t have to buy insurance. Those with religious objections or a financial hardship can also avoid the requirement. And if you would pay more than 8 percent of your income for the cheapest available plan, you will not be penalized for failing to buy coverage.
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How many people are going to throw the religious argument?
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Those who are exempt, or under 30, can buy a policy that only pays for catastrophic medical costs. It must allow for three primary care visits a year as well.
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I'm thinking this is a step in the right direction.
Then again it does nothing to deal with the ACTUAL cost of that policy.