Letter to the Editor: Halverson Made Good Choice on Health Exchange Bill

To the Editor:

On behalf of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, and the Dakota County Regional Chamber, special thanks to Rep. Laurie Halverson, (DFL-Eagan) for voting against the health insurance exchange bill (H.F. 5) on the House floor Monday night. The business community believes a state-specific exchange will best serve the needs of Minnesotans, but we oppose the bill in its existing form. It raises costs for small businesses and individuals through a 3.5 percent premium tax and restricts choice.

We commend Representative Halverson for looking out for the best interests of small businesses and individuals.

Sincerely,

David C. Olson, president, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Ruthe Batulis, president, Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

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