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Old 11-10-2009, 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by hi_im_god
that's inaccurate.

the amendment prohibits any government funded insurance plan from paying for an abortion. it has no effect on the private insurance market.

even plans that depend partially on government funding could offer riders for abortion coverage which you would pay for without assistance from any federal government source.

we've lived with the hyde amendment for decades. i'm not saying it's the greatest thing but it's not worth trashing the health care bill over this.
All those women who plan their yearly abortions in advance will surely be grateful for this clarification.
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