Members of Congress go to Bat for Insurance Brokers to be part of Health Care “Reform”

This is a big deal.

Imagine having to deal with the government for questions and answers about your health insurance?

Even members of Congress think that’s a bad thing – which is why several of them are fighting to make sure independent Brokers are part of the rollout of the new Government-Run Health-Care provisions in the bill.

It is important the consumer’s options to contact independent and state-licensed health insurance agents and brokers be included no later than Oct. 1,” the letter said.

Rep. Charlie Melancon, D-La., originated the letter, and eight Democrats and 17 Republicans signed it.

“It is our belief that consumers will benefit from this arrangement and will respond positively to the new portal method of purchasing health insurance if they are able to access the personalized service of an insurance agent or broker,” the letter said

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