The Supreme Court and the health care reform law

US Capitol from Senate Wing – Photo illustrated by Phil Roeder

The Christian Science Committee on Publication Federal Office works with congressional, executive, and regulatory offices in our nation’s capital. Below is a recent update on what is happening in the news regarding health care reform.

The Supreme Court and the health care reform law; Justice Kagan mentions Christian Scientists

On March 26-28, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments regarding the constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). The Court scheduled six hours of arguments—more than any case since 1966—and is expected to issue its decision in June. During Tuesday’s arguments, Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan indicated that in her view, Christian Scientists might have a basis to challenge the individual mandate. Learn more.

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