These programs are important in ensuring that those who need it most have access to health care. I remain concerned that the bill included an unnecessary provision restating current law on abortion coverage restrictions. The Hyde Amendment language. which has been included in annual appropriations bills since 1976. restricts womens access to health care and disproportionately discriminates against women of color. immigrants. and young people. Moving forward. we must work to ensure that women get access to health care. not continue policies that limit it. Medicare has guaranteed essential health protections to seniors and certain disabled persons for nearly four decades.
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