Merkley Introduces Legislation That Protects Access to Critical Health Programs for Those Who Cannot Afford Bail
October 17, 2019
October 17, 2019
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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- Under current law, individuals in custody who have not been convicted of a crime are denied Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans' benefits
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Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley today introduced legislation that would ensure continuity of critical health and treatment coverage for Americans who are awaiting trial in custody. Currently, only individuals who hav . . .
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- Under current law, individuals in custody who have not been convicted of a crime are denied Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans' benefits
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Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley today introduced legislation that would ensure continuity of critical health and treatment coverage for Americans who are awaiting trial in custody. Currently, only individuals who hav . . .