This past weekend, the U.S. House of Representatives completed the first step to passing health care reform with the passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act by a vote of 220 to 215.
While the bill is controversial on a number of fronts, it does contain key provisions protecting LGBT citizens and families:
- Health Disparities
- Unequal Taxation of Domestic Partner Benefits
- Early Treatment for HIV under Medicaid
- Comprehensive Sex Education
- Non-discrimination
Click HERE for the Human Rights Campaign's breakdown of these provisions.
The bill now moves to the Senate for debate and possibly a vote. Check back with EQPA for further updates and news as health care reform moves forward.
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