Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1101, also known as the Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to allow small businesses to band together to create Association Health Plans (AHPs) in order to provide their employees with more affordable health insurance options.

Under current law, small businesses often struggle to provide their employees with affordable health insurance due to the high costs associated with purchasing coverage on the individual market. The Small Business Health Fairness Act aims to address this issue by allowing small businesses to join together through AHPs, which would enable them to negotiate better rates with insurance providers and offer more comprehensive coverage to their employees.

Proponents of the bill argue that it would help small businesses compete with larger companies in attracting and retaining top talent, as well as reduce the administrative burden of managing multiple health insurance plans for employees. However, critics of the bill have raised concerns about the potential for AHPs to offer limited coverage options and potentially discriminate against individuals with pre-existing conditions. Overall, the Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017 seeks to provide small businesses with more flexibility and cost-effective options for providing health insurance to their employees. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its ultimate impact on the healthcare system remains to be seen.