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May 11, 2006

American Sportfishing Association Policy Alert
Urge Your Senators to Support S. 1955, the Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act

Please contact your Senators and urge them to support S. 1955, the Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act. S. 1955 is a significant piece of legislation. This bill would allow for businesses and trade associations to pool their resources to purchase health insurance for their member companies and their employees.

What is the problem? Rising healthcare costs are a cause for great concern. Small businesses are being hit particularly hard, finding it increasingly difficult to provide quality health insurance to their employees.

Why should I care? S. 1955 would allow business and trade associations to offer group health coverage on a national or regional basis. Runaway costs are driving far too many employers and families from comprehensive health insurance. This is your opportunity to have an impact on this issue.

How do I get involved? Please contact your Senators and urge them to support S. 1955, the Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act.

You can reach your Senators through ASA’s Web site and send the letter provided by simply typing in your name and address. You may also customize the letter for your company. Contact information for your Senators is also available on the Web site.

The time to act is now. Thank you!