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Health *care* will not be "free" as a result of the new health reform law. Health *insurance*, however, may be subsidized by the federal government for qualifying low-income individuals and families. These federal subsidies will not be made available until 2014, however. At that time, most Americans will be required to have health insurance, whether obtained through an employer or purchased on their own. If you earn more than $14,400 or less than 400% of Federal Poverty levels ($43,320 for an individual and $88,200 for a family of four in 2009) you may qualify for government assistance to help you cover the cost of your monthly health insurance premiums.
Those making up to 133% of the Federal Poverty levels will be eligible for (free) coverage by Medicare if their state chooses to participate in the expanded coverage program. Currently, not all states have decided to participate in this expansion. Those currently at or below the Poverty level already receive government medical coverage in some form.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoHealth care spending continues to rise at a rapid rate forcing businesses to cut back on health insurance coverage and forcing many families to cut back on basic necessities such as food and electricity and, in some cases, shelters and homes. But yes i do think citizens should have the right to government-funded healthcare beacause our government is a democracy and with that said it is for the people.
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∙ 6y agoNo. The only government funded healthcare is Medicare for those 65 and over and you have to pay onto it during your working years. The othet is Medicaid and you have to qualify with a very low income.
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What rights do citizens in Cuba?
The citizens of Cuba have limited rights and freedoms. Among their freedoms are their right to healthcare, the right to free expression and opinion, a restricted freedom of assembly that is monitored by the government, right to an education, and religious freedom.
who have the right to participate in government?
citizens
Who was a Greek to with the right to participate in government?
citizens
People who have the right to participate in government?
citizens
Who had the right to participate in government?
The citizens (males).
How is healthcare organised and funded in Britain?
The majority of healthcare in the UK is funded by taxes. Everyone has a right to free NHS treatment - regardless of financial status. There are also privately funded clinics, for those who are able to pay for non-urgent treatment (and thus get treated sooner).The only disadvantage with our NHS system is that people travel here from abroad (where they would have had to pay for their treatment) in order to take advantage of our free healthcare (commonly referred to as 'health tourism')
What is the role of the citizen in cuba?
The citizens of Cuba have limited rights and freedoms. Among their freedoms are their right to healthcare, the right to free expression and opinion, a restricted freedom of assembly that is monitored by the government, right to an education, and religious freedom.
Where does the government get its right to govern according to the natural rights philosophers?
they get it from the people/citizens. they get it from the people/citizens.
What affects did greek government have on todays government?
Ancient Greeks gave their citizens a right to vote.
System of government in which citizens have the right to vote and choose their leaders?
This system is known as a democracy, where citizens have the power to participate in the decision-making process by voting in elections. In a democracy, leaders are chosen through free and fair elections, and the government is accountable to the people.
Which First Amendment right allows citizens to speak to their government?
petition
What is a government under which citizens with the right to vote choose their leaders?
a Republic
