Healthcare Special Interest Groups in the Legislative Process
Now that we understand the role of Congress and its committee system, what role will interest groups play in healthcare reform? How can special interest groups influence healthcare reform in the legislative process? Before we answer this question, we must first understand the function of special interest groups.
Special Interest Groups Defined
Special interests groups are an [...]
Health Insurers & Drug Companies Contributed $5.5 Million to Top Senate and House Recipients
According to the nonprofit, nonpartisan Consumer Watchdog, “health insurers and pharmaceutical manufacturers contributed $5.5 million to the top 10 recipients in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives during the last two election cycles.”
The Consumer Watchdog’s study found that:
Health insurers contributed $2.2 million to the top 10 members of the U.S. Senate and House.
Drug manufacturers [...]
An Overview of the Healthcare Delivery System
Healthcare reform. The idea of healthcare reform feels daunting to me. President Obama’s health insurance reform includes the following goals as listed at The White House:
Require insurance companies to cover pre-existing conditions so all Americans regardless of their health status or history can get comprehensive benefits at fair and stable premiums.
Create a new Small Business [...]
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