Supreme Court Weighs Constitutionality of Obamacare Preventive Care Mandate
The Supreme Court is divided over the Obamacare mandate for no-cost preventive health benefits, with a ruling expected by end of June.
Summary
The Supreme Court heard arguments on the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act’s requirement for preventive healthcare coverage. A group of Christian businesses argues that the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force lacks proper appointment legitimacy, as its members are not Senate-confirmed. This case affects recommendations for services like cancer screenings and HIV medications that benefit over 150 million Americans. While some justices expressed skepticism towards the challengers' claims, others appeared sympathetic. The ruling, expected by late June, could significantly impact preventive care provisions established since the ACA's inception.
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