Info on the "Better Care Act" finally released-- Advocacy Request

Dear Catherine, Today the Senate finally released the details of the bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. This bill, known as the Better Care Reconciliation Act, has been crafted behind closed doors and without public hearings. Senate Republicans repeatedly promised to make improvements to the American Health Care Act which passed the House in May. However, they have released a bill that includes the same problematic components included in the House version. This bill is harmful to patients. Costs will be higher and coverage will be weaker-especially for the most vulnerable patients who depend on Medicaid and individuals with pre-existing conditions like cancer. This bill, if passed into law, will cause million people to lose coverage. This bill will be devastating to millions of Americans, particularly cancer patients and survivors. Senators could vote as early as next week. It is crucial that you call your Senators TODAY and tell them to vote NO on this bill!  Call Now! Sincerely, Elizabeth Franklin ​Senior Director, Policy and Advocacy ​Cancer Support Community