Wednesday, June 28, 2017

US Senate Health Care Bill: How to Contact Your Representative

The vote could come this week.

Concerned about the future of your health care? You’re not alone.

With the arrival of the Senate’s Better Care Reconciliation Act last week, critics have been quick to point out that the proposed legislation would hit older and poor people’s wallets hardest—while generating a massive tax cut for the country’s wealthiest. The Congressional Budget Office estimated today that the new bill will leave 22 million people uninsured over the next decade.

A major source of contention surrounding the Better Care Reconciliation Act is cuts to Medicaid estimated to be more than $800 billion by the year 2026. The bill would also weaken protections for pre-existing conditions like cancer and diabetes, and increase the cost of reproductive care for women. (For more on the bill, read MONEY’s 4 Things to Know here.)

As the Senate prepares to vote on the bill as soon as this week, Americans are flooding congressional phone lines to air their concerns. Whether you agree or disagree with the legislation, find your senators from the list below, where you can let them know your stance and concerns.

Often, you’ll have to leave a message on the senator’s voicemail. Use the information below to send a follow-up email.

ALL THE NAMES HERE: Senate Health Care Bill: How to Contact Your Representative | Money


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