Senate Democrats set up vote to put Republicans on the spot over pre-existing conditions

Published July 31, 2019 6:02pm ET



Senate Democrats have introduced a resolution that would reverse Trump administration healthcare guidance and put pressure on vulnerable Republicans over whether they support Obamacare’s protections for pre-existing conditions.

Democrats are advancing the resolution through the Congressional Review Act, which provides for a floor vote without the permission of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. The bill would need a simple majority to pass but could still be vetoed by President Trump.

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