Association Health Plans Put Patients, Workers, and Insurance Markets At Risk

Under Senate Bill 86, Association Health Plans (AHPs) can avoid rules governing small group and individual market coverage, enabling them to siphon off lower-risk enrollees from the regular small group and individual markets. But any reduction in premiums that SB 86 may offer to some small businesses and individuals come only at the expense of others who would have to pay higher costs.

Key Concerns with House Bill 998

House Bill 998 proposes to cut tax rates with the goal of shifting to a consumption-based tax system. The legislation will result in …