If Senate Republicans were to forego the politically toxic tax cut that primarily benefits the rich, it would provide McConnell with an additional $172 billion for his dealmaking and mute Democrats’ criticism of the bill.
A vote on the Better Care Reconciliation Act has been delayed until after politicians return from the Independence Day holiday.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Andy Slavitt, who has served as acting administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services since the beginning of March, has been nominated to be permanent head of the agency. Already, some key Republicans have expressed concern because of Slavitt's ties to the troubled HealthCare.gov insurance marketplace, a symbol of GOP opposition to the Affordable Care Act.
Those itching for a medical device tax repeal are finding hope from the GOP-heavy Senate, and its newly reelected Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell. Republicans will likely focus their energy on dismantling the 2.3 percent tax on device revenues, according to the Washington Post WonkBlog: Republicans won’t be able to dismantle President Obama’s Affordable Care Act, but they are likely […]