House Democrats Urge Rick Scott to Implement Affordable Care Act

Submitted by Anonymous on November 15, 2012 - 4:23pm

House Democratic Leader-designate Perry Thurston, D-Plantation, released the following statement on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act in Florida.

With the election over, today I am urging Governor Scott to take action to implement the nations health care reform law. While encouraged by recent remarks by the governor on this topic, decisions still need to be made for Florida to meet approaching deadlines established under the law.

"A significant deadline is tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 16) to announce whether our state intends to create a digital marketplace, or exchange, where consumers can shop for health insurance.

"In addition, I urge my colleagues in the Florida Legislature to remain mindful of other upcoming deadlines toward Affordable Care Act implementation that may require our prompt input.

The following are a few deadlines facing Florida regarding Affordable Care Act implementation:

Friday, Nov. 16: Deadline to submit a declaration of intent letter to federal health regulators concerning establishment of a state-run health exchange.

Dec, 14: Deadline to submit applications for a state-run health exchange, including a draft plan.

Feb. 15, 2013: Deadline to submit applications for a federal-state hybrid health exchange.

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