Results by Google
Home News 

Story

Democrats Offer Schwarzenegger Deal On Health Reform

Posted: 3:48 pm PST November 5, 2007

A spokesman for Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez says Democratic leaders have agreed to key elements of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's health care reform plan, including mandatory insurance.

They embraced the idea while demanding some exemptions for people who are in financial trouble. Public programs also would expand to cover families earning up to 300 percent of the federal poverty level -- about $62,000 a year for a family of four.

Democrats also lowered the minimum amount employers must spend from their previous health care bill, which Schwarzenegger vetoed.

The new plan has a sliding scale for employers, with a maximum contribution of 6 percent. Spokesman Steve Maviglio says it also raises the tobacco tax by $2 a pack and imposes a tax on hospitals.

More Headlines

KTVU Channel 2 News At 5

new_ktvu_logo
We're tracking more light rain and a high surf warning on the way. Find out if you'll see more unsettled weather this weekend in the area where you live. Today on KTVU Channel 2 News at 5.

Desktop Alert

Desktop Alert

* Breaking News Alerts
* Severe Weather Alerts
* Click here to download!