1. California bill would abolish vaccine exemption for personal belief
The California state legislature is debating a bill that would abolish the exemption that allows parents to forgo vaccinating their children if it conflicts with their personal beliefs.
2. Wyoming Senate rejects Medicaid expansion
The Wyoming Senate defeated a bill to expand the Medicaid program in the state.
3. Senate subcommittee looks at data breach legislation
The Senate Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, Insurance and Data Security is considering drafting a federal data breach bill that would set federal, cross-industry standards for reporting breaches.
4. House votes to repeal PPACA
In a 239-186 vote, the Republican-led House passed legislation to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
5. Proposed New Mexico bill allows easier hospital price comparison
A proposed bill in New Mexico would allow consumers to more easily compare hospital prices via a newly created website.
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