McCain to Hold Town Hall Meetings

Democrats are getting closer to agreeing on a health care reform bill, but there are still town hall meetings held across the country where people can go to voice their opinions on the issue.  At times, the meetings have been heated.

On October 30 and 31, Senator John McCain will discuss issues affecting Arizonans, including the economy, health care reform, and the war in Afghanistan in Town Hall meetings.

Town Hall Meetings:

Oct. 30, 2:00 pm
Central Christian Church
933 N. Lindsay Rd., Mesa, AZ

Oct. 31, 10:00am
Skyway Church of the West Valley
14900 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear, AZ

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House Democrats' say final draft of the bill will expand coverage to 36 million Americans.  This version comes after an internal Democratic squabble over the government-run portion of the plan.  The plan expands Medicaid and imposes penalties on employers who do not offer insurance to workers.  It also requires everyone to purchase insurance by 2013 either through the government-run plan, an employer or an exchange where private insurers compete for business.

Republicans say the nearly 2,000 page plan will cut benefits for seniors and they want more time to look over the plan.

The Congressional budget office still has to place a final price tag on the legislation and debate on the floor could begin as early as next week.

The House Speaker wants a final vote before Veterans Day.