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Is the House Healthcare Bill Dead On Arrival in Senate?

Democrats need to overcome GOP filibusters. “The House bill is dead on arrival in the Senate,” Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. , said. Democrats did not line up to challenge him. Full Article at Amy Proctor - Blog

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