Selib on the House Health Bill Vote

The transcript discusses a proposed healthcare bill, highlighting its potential impact on coverage, with an estimated 24 million people losing insurance due to Medicaid cuts and less generous tax credits. The lack of a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) evaluation raises concerns about the bill's economic impact. The bill is considered more severe than a previous version, allowing states to waive essential health benefits and discriminate against pre-existing conditions, potentially reducing coverage further.

What is one of the reasons mentioned for the potential loss of coverage for 24 million people?

• Deep cuts to the Medicaid program

• Increase in employer mandates

• Expansion of tax credits

• Decrease in insurance premiums

Why is it unusual for the Congressional Budget Office not to evaluate the new amendment of the bill?

• Because major legislation usually undergoes evaluation

• Because it impacts a small portion of the economy

• Because the bill has already been enacted

• Because it is a minor piece of legislation

What concern is raised about the bill's impact on coverage numbers?

• It will only affect coverage numbers for young people

• It might hurt coverage numbers even more

• It will have no impact on coverage numbers

• It will increase coverage numbers significantly

What option does the bill give to states that could affect health benefits?

• To waive essential health benefits

• To reduce Medicaid funding

• To expand tax credits

• To increase employer mandates

How might the bill allow insurance companies to treat people with pre-existing conditions?

• By mandating equal treatment

• By discriminating against them

• By offering them lower premiums

• By providing them with more coverage