Democrats’ high-risk, high-reward health care push

AXIOS June 18, 2021
Caitlin Owens

Democrats are considering including major health care reforms in a massive legislative package that could be passed without Republican votes, teeing up a grueling fight with the health care industry — and, potentially, each other.

Why it matters: Expanding coverage and lowering drug prices have long been top priorities for Democrats, and this may be their best opportunity to accomplish these goals.

Driving the news: Democrats are preparing a multi-trillion dollar package to pass through budget reconciliation, a process that allows legislation to pass the Senate with only 51 votes.

• They’re considering including measures that would lower the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 60, expand the scope of benefits it offers, and lower drug prices, the Washington Post...

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