Several weeks ago, we reported that the Congressional Research Service had concluded that ObamaCare© "may remove members of Congress and Congressional staff” from their current coverage, in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, before any alternatives are available."
As if that wasn't bad enough, now comes word from the CRS that "[ObamaCare©] could impose tens of millions of dollars in fines on Congress, state and local governments."
But that's not even the worst of it:
"[A] slew of states are challenging the health-care law’s legality in court. If governments were found to be exempt in court, a ruling could establish one set of rules for the private sector and another more lenient set for the rapidly expanding public sector."
In short, there are now even more constitutional questions than just the individual mandate. And on top of that (gee, it's not like we want to pile on, it's just so darned easy), "[a] spokesperson for Speaker Nancy Pelosi admitted the government would be considered an “employer” under the law, thus subject to the fines."
In short, no one really knows. And as Bob's pointed out, there are actual, legal deadlines looming. What happens when (I think we're past "if") these aren't met?
A good friend forwarded an email invitation he'd received from a local insurance agency. These rocket surgeons boast that they'll "provide ... the most complete, accurate and up-to-date information available ... After this seminar, you will know what is fact, what is fiction, and you will understand the reality of what is "yet to be determined."
Quite an accomplishment, considering the folks that actually wrote this train-wreck don't have a clue. Could be worth it for entertainment value, though.
As if that wasn't bad enough, now comes word from the CRS that "[ObamaCare©] could impose tens of millions of dollars in fines on Congress, state and local governments."
But that's not even the worst of it:
"[A] slew of states are challenging the health-care law’s legality in court. If governments were found to be exempt in court, a ruling could establish one set of rules for the private sector and another more lenient set for the rapidly expanding public sector."
In short, there are now even more constitutional questions than just the individual mandate. And on top of that (gee, it's not like we want to pile on, it's just so darned easy), "[a] spokesperson for Speaker Nancy Pelosi admitted the government would be considered an “employer” under the law, thus subject to the fines."
In short, no one really knows. And as Bob's pointed out, there are actual, legal deadlines looming. What happens when (I think we're past "if") these aren't met?
A good friend forwarded an email invitation he'd received from a local insurance agency. These rocket surgeons boast that they'll "provide ... the most complete, accurate and up-to-date information available ... After this seminar, you will know what is fact, what is fiction, and you will understand the reality of what is "yet to be determined."
Quite an accomplishment, considering the folks that actually wrote this train-wreck don't have a clue. Could be worth it for entertainment value, though.
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