In his latest weekly report, Sen. Gary Nodler, R-Joplin, a candidate for the Seventh District Congressional seat currently held by Roy Blunt explains Senate Joint Resolution 25, which opposes federal health care mandates:
Congress continues to work on a healthcare reform package, and many in Missouri are concerned that the bill is a way for the federal government to impose government-mandated and government-run healthcare. I have been hearing from a growing number of Missourians who are concerned that their rights could be violated. Several weeks ago, about 400 people from throughout the state gathered here in Jefferson City to rally against the federal legislation. This week, a bill to protect the rights of Missourians was heard in a Senate committee and was met with enthusiastic support from citizens and lawmakers..
Senate Joint Resolution 25 would shield Missourians from federal healthcare mandates by allowing them to choose their own medical and insurance options, including the right of patients to pay directly for medical services. I signed on to co-sponsor the resolution to show my support for the rights of our state’s citizens when it comes to healthcare. Specifically, the measure is a constitutional amendment to be sent to the voters ensuring that no law would compel a patient, employer, or healthcare provider in our state to participate in any government or privately run healthcare system. It also protects patients and employers in our state by guaranteeing the right for them to pay directly for legal healthcare services.
The House and Senate in Washington D.C. continue to work to reconcile differences in their versions of the healthcare plan, and there could still be significant changes. While Congress struggles to find compromise, we want to make it clear in Missouri that the rights of citizens are valued. Missourians deserve the opportunity to vote on this constitutional amendment and decide if they want the government interfering with their healthcare rights.
Senate Joint Resolution 25 would let our state take a stand against federal intrusion in healthcare and allow Missourians to retain the right to choose medical and insurance options. It is an important step in protecting the rights of the citizens of our state, and I will keep you informed as the measure moves forward
So, what is his alternative. I can always be opposed to a problem, but if I don't offer a solution, what good is my complaint?
ReplyDeleteEinstein once said "The significant problems we face can't be solved with the same level of thinking we were at when we created them".
Mr. Turner, thank you for posting this.
ReplyDelete5:51 PM What is his alternative? Did you not read the entire content of the article? I did and I understand what it says.
"Senate Joint Resolution 25 would shield Missourians from federal healthcare mandates by allowing them to choose their own medical and insurance options, including the right of patients to pay directly for medical services."
and,
"Specifically, the measure is a constitutional amendment to be sent to the voters ensuring that no law would compel a patient, employer, or healthcare provider in our state to participate in any government or privately run healthcare system. It also protects patients and employers in our state by guaranteeing the right for them to pay directly for legal healthcare services."
Is the alternative that all of our health care decisions will be made by government?
Typical Repuke ideas, they have the best of healthcare and we pay for it, but the public be damned. Its alright for the rest of us to die outside the hospital. What a bunch.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely rediculous.. Gary "Babyface" Nodler is a joke and does little more than jump on the bandwagon of what other, REAL conservatives are doing. This is nothing more than a copy cat action by a blowhard that thinks he has a shot at a higher level.
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ReplyDeletethat is my point! individuals now have the right to choose their health care. but, because of the lack of their ability to pay for the cost of health care offered to individuals or the companies restricting them because of pre-existing conditions, they remain uninsured.
so, please tell me how this joint resolution 25 will solve their problem?
if people don't have the money to pay for insurance, you will continue to have 30 million plus people that have no insurance.
that will continue to cost you money and will further your frustration and get into your pocket.
get real, do you think people don't want insurance if they feel they can afford it.