-Source-RedState-
On Wednesday, the House of Representatives voted “yes” on a delay of ObamaCare’s health insurance tax. The pause will last two years.
In addition to pushing back the tax, the House moved to expand Health Savings Accounts in an effort to lower premiums, thanks to the GOP. The accounts are tax-free methods of saving for health costs.
Bill 242-176 passed as a pushback against Democrats who have criticized Republicans for an increase in premiums. This will, of course, be a key issue during the upcoming congressional elections.
Republican Sen. Peter Roskam, of Illinois, denigrated the premium-driving tax from the floor:
“This is a flawed tax that gets passed onto American families.”
That pretty much describes the entirety of ObamaCare.
Rep. Sander Levin, a Democrat, shot back that the tax delay won’t effect premiums and is, rather, an empty political gesture to benefit the party in November:
“It’s a political exercise, it’s aimed to help [those running for office] who are in a vulnerable political position.”
That pretty much describes the entirety of politics. Read more
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