So what's the next step?
HR 3590 goes to the President, who will reportedly sign as soon as possible
HR 4872, which includes changes to the Senate health bill and student aid reform, will to the Senate.
Find out how your Representative voted by clicking the link above or look for details on both bills at amsa.org/hcreform.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Healthcare and Student Aid Reform Update
From our National AMSA Jack Rutledge Legislative Director:
"Hello AMSA,
This week, Congress will be taking a vital vote on two important priorities – health care reform AND student aid reform…in ONE BILL. It’s double or nothing, and the stakes are highest for us. As students and as health care providers, this legislation could impact us for years to come.
This is the one and only chance for student aid reform to pass. Without it, Pell Grants could be reduced, and tuition will continue to rise. The banks are against this because they will lose revenue, but as students, this reform will make sure we get the loan funding we need to pay for school. It will help continue and expand Pell Grants, and build our country’s higher education infrastructure.
Health care reform is finally coming to a vote. After much maneuvering, a final bill will come forth – one that is by no means perfect and does not achieve health care for all, but could be the first step, and does expand coverage to 30 million more Americans while making sure that insurance company abuses like this never happen again.
This is a key vote for Congress, and a pivotal moment for us. Send your member of Congress a message: It’s double or nothing.
In health and in solidarity,
Farheen
Click here to send a message
See this statement from over 20 youth organizations on student aid and health care reform
Sign up for the March 22nd Provider March in Washington, DC at www.healthmarch.org/?ref=amsa (see attached flyer)"
"Hello AMSA,
This week, Congress will be taking a vital vote on two important priorities – health care reform AND student aid reform…in ONE BILL. It’s double or nothing, and the stakes are highest for us. As students and as health care providers, this legislation could impact us for years to come.
This is the one and only chance for student aid reform to pass. Without it, Pell Grants could be reduced, and tuition will continue to rise. The banks are against this because they will lose revenue, but as students, this reform will make sure we get the loan funding we need to pay for school. It will help continue and expand Pell Grants, and build our country’s higher education infrastructure.
Health care reform is finally coming to a vote. After much maneuvering, a final bill will come forth – one that is by no means perfect and does not achieve health care for all, but could be the first step, and does expand coverage to 30 million more Americans while making sure that insurance company abuses like this never happen again.
This is a key vote for Congress, and a pivotal moment for us. Send your member of Congress a message: It’s double or nothing.
In health and in solidarity,
Farheen
Click here to send a message
See this statement from over 20 youth organizations on student aid and health care reform
Sign up for the March 22nd Provider March in Washington, DC at www.healthmarch.org/?ref=amsa (see attached flyer)"
Register now for 3rd Annual Premedical Professional Development Conference at Drexel University!
The American Medical Student Association at Drexel University will be holding their 3rd annual Premedical Professional Development Conference on Saturday, April 3rd 8am-6pm in Philadelphia, PA.
Only 50 spots left! Registration fee is $10 for AMSA members, $15 for non-AMSA members.
Panels include:
- Deans and Directors of Admission from Temple, Jefferson, PCOM, and DUCOM
- Life as a medical student
- Gap Year
- AMCAS/AACOMAS 101
- Research opportunities in the Philly area
- MD/PhD
- What admissions committees are looking for in applicants
This looks like a very valuable conference for anyone planning on applying to med school! Email drexel.amsa@gmail.com to register - please include name, email address, school, school year/class, and AMSA ID (if available).
Register by March 26th. Please send registration fee check payable to:
Seema Samuel
4 Hidden Court
Jackson, NJ 08527
Only 50 spots left! Registration fee is $10 for AMSA members, $15 for non-AMSA members.
Panels include:
- Deans and Directors of Admission from Temple, Jefferson, PCOM, and DUCOM
- Life as a medical student
- Gap Year
- AMCAS/AACOMAS 101
- Research opportunities in the Philly area
- MD/PhD
- What admissions committees are looking for in applicants
This looks like a very valuable conference for anyone planning on applying to med school! Email drexel.amsa@gmail.com to register - please include name, email address, school, school year/class, and AMSA ID (if available).
Register by March 26th. Please send registration fee check payable to:
Seema Samuel
4 Hidden Court
Jackson, NJ 08527
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