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Senate Democrat proposes universal health care for children

Senate Democrat proposes universal health care for children

Summary

Senator Andy Kim from New Jersey introduced a plan called the MediKids Act to give every American child health coverage through Medicare. The program would start at birth and cover children up to age 26.

Key Facts

  • The proposal is called the MediKids Act.
  • It would enroll every child in the U.S. in Medicare automatically when they are born.
  • The health coverage would continue until the child turns 26 years old.
  • Senator Andy Kim is a Democrat from New Jersey.
  • The plan aims to expand healthcare access for children and young adults.
  • Medicare is a government health insurance program.
  • The proposal is part of a push to bring new ideas to the healthcare discussion.
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