If the states can do it, why not let them?

[gpatt0n]

ATLANTA – Today Governor Sonny Perdue announced that Rep. Matt Ramsey, one of the Governor’s Floor Leader in the House, has introduced House Bill 1184 to expand access to health insurance.

 

“This legislation will open up the individual insurance market and allows consumers to find the plan that best fits their needs,” said Governor Perdue. “It will also help those that are uninsured find a plan that works for them.”

 

The legislation will allow individuals and families to buy health plans that have been approved for sale in other states. Insurers that are licensed in Georgia, but who have alternative products that are sold in other states, will also be able to sell those policies in Georgia. Allowing for the purchase of health insurance across state lines will make affordable health insurance more accessible and increase the variety of health plans available to Georgians.

 

“This legislation empowers Georgians to find a health insurance plan that meets the needs of their family,” said Rep. Ramsey.

 

The Governor first announced this proposal in January at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs and Issues breakfast.

[Cathyhelms]

I said a long time ago this should be a State issue, not a Federal one........ I'm going to see if I can find the thread.

 

here it is

[lotstodo]

There is more to that bill if it's the one that I'm thinking of. It will also change some of the "lie" regulations. I think it needs to be discussed.

[EagleWings]

I would like to think this is a start in the right direction. Remove the gov't red tape and the prices will fall. I'll have to review it further to see the extent of the proposal.