Posted on 05/24/2013 1:01:32 AM PDT by Olog-hai
When President Barack Obama pushed his health care overhaul plan through Congress, he counted labor unions among his strongest supporters.
But some unions leaders have grown frustrated and angry about what they say are unexpected consequences of the new law—problems that they say could jeopardize the health benefits offered to millions of their members.
The issue could create a political headache next year for Democrats facing re-election if disgruntled union members believe the Obama administration and Congress aren’t working to fix the problem. …
The problem lies in the unique multi-employer health plans that cover unionized workers in retail, construction, transportation and other industries with seasonal or temporary employment. Known as Taft-Hartley plans, they are jointly administered by unions and smaller employers that pool resources to offer more than 20 million workers and family members continuous coverage, even during times of unemployment. …
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Exactly, and I don't expect the RATs to own up to it's failure.
How did they not see it coming?
Forcing companies to buy expensive policies for those working 29 hours or more means hours were cut back, and then what happens? Those working 28 hours are forced to buy expensive policies even though they are making less money.
That alone should have been a big red flag.
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