Confronting Democratic attacks, Republicans propose codifying insurance protections for sick people

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Senate Republicans announced legislation Friday to guarantee health insurance coverage for people with pre-existing conditions nationwide after scathing attacks from Democrats alleging that the GOP is taking away protections for sick people.

A group of 10 GOP senators introduced a bill on Thursday to ensure equal healthcare coverage regardless of health status. Democrats are making their support for pre-existing conditions a major part of their strategy in the 2018 midterm elections.

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