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Hickenlooper’s veto of SB 11-213 insults low-income parents

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

Maintaining current Child Health Plan fees would not only be an injustice to taxpayers, but also an insult to eligible parents. The fees imply that parents value enjoying life’s amenities more than their own children’s health. Continue reading →

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Colorado SB 11-213: Parents can afford higher child health plan fees

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

Colo. SB 11-218: Households earning twice the federal poverty limit can afford higher fees for the Colo. Child Health Plan Plus. Many kids in such households have commercial insurance, & the poorest U.S. households spend more than $100/month on booze, sweets, tobacco, & entertainment. $20/month for one kid isn’t too much. Continue reading →

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