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Federal Approval of Illinois’ Insurance Exchange Expected

Posted on February 13, 2013 by

Illinois could receive federal approval of a key component of Obamacare as early as today. Illinois needs the federal government’s okay before it can begin rolling out what’s known as an “insurance exchange”  — that’s a marketplace where the uninsured … Continue reading →

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WUIS Health Desk: Illinois Reaction to ‘ObamaCare’ Ruling

Posted on June 29, 2012 by

Thursday’s health-care ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court prompted predictable reactions among Illinois politicians and interest groups. But there were a few surprises. And most people seem to have one thing in common: after months of keeping health care policy-making … Continue reading →

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WUIS Health Desk: Quinn Pressured To Create Health Insurance Marketplace

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

Illinois legislators have sidestepped a political minefield this spring.   As Barack Obama’s home state, there had been a push to implement a key component of the president’s signature health care plan. Instead, General Assembly leaders collectively decided to shelve their … Continue reading →

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Illinois Suspends Insurance Exchange Setup

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

Even though Democrats control government in President Obama’s home state, Illinois legislators are suspending their work to implement a key part of Obama’s signature health care law. Illinois is holding back on creating a so-called “health exchange.” Amanda Vinicky explains. … Continue reading →

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