^{Posted on January 30, 2002}

Bush to Ask Help for the Uninsured

The Washington Post
January 30, 2002
By Laura Meckler, Associated Press

"President Bush will ask Congress for new tax credits to help people buy health insurance, an idea that conservatives champion."

"Conservatives typically prefer a free-market approach, which would have families choose their own health insurance packages in the open market. Bush's plan, first made when he was running for president and included in his budget last year, will offer tax breaks to help pay premiums.

"This year's proposal will be essentially unchanged and will be worth up to $1,000 per person a year, or $2,000 per couple, according to an administration official speaking on condition of anonymity."