The Senate and the House of Representatives have both passed health care reform legislation.  But a final bill is not yet ready to go to the President.  This is a critical time to urge your Representative and Senators, as well as the President, to pass comprehensive health care reform that will extend coverage to tens of millions of uninsured Americans.  Final legislation should include a strong public insurance option and should not discriminate on the basis of gender.

Take action today and call your Senators and Representative at 202-224-3121 or 202-225-3121 to reach the Capitol switchboard.  Call the White House at 202-456-1414 or 202-456-1111. 

It is essential that the final version of this legislation moves health care in the right direction.  It must extend coverage to the uninsured and provide funding for those who cannot afford it.  The public insurance option passed by the House will accomplish these goals. 
 
Congress is poised for a critical vote.  We cannot afford to do nothing.  If comprehensive and effective health care legislation is not passed, more Americans will lose coverage, endangering both our economy and our health.

Make your voice heard with those of other activists around the country. Ask your friends, family and other League members to call as well!
 
TAKE ACTION
 
1. Call the Capitol Hill switchboard at 202-224-3121 or 202-225-3121 and ask for your Senators or Representative.  Tell your leaders in Congress that they must pass comprehensive health care reform legislation. 

2.  Call the White House at 202-456-1414 or 202-456-1111 and ask the President to push for comprehensive health care reform including the public option. 

3. Send this alert to other concerned citizens - your grassroots network, your friends and coworkers. Encourage them to contact their elected leaders.

League of Women Voters

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