American Nurses Association Urges Senate to Craft Bipartisan Solution
SILVER SPRING, MD – The American Nurses Association (ANA) released the following statement on the failure of the so-called “skinny repeal” of the Affordable Care Act.
“The only way our country can truly reform our healthcare system is by working together,” said ANA Executive Director, Debbie Hatmaker, PhD, RN, FAAN. “ANA urges Senators to craft bipartisan legislation that protects Americans from being denied coverage because of pre-existing conditions, protects essential health benefits, and improves quality, affordability and access. ANA remains committed to working with Congress to provide coverage to all Americans, and will continue to fight against any legislation that puts politics ahead of patients.”
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The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the premier organization representing the interests of the nation's 4 million registered nurses. ANA advances the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical work environment, bolstering the health and wellness of nurses, and advocating on health care issues that affect nurses and the public. ANA is at the forefront of improving the quality of health care for all. For more information, visit www.nursingworld.org.
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