As much as I think this, theoretically, is a good idea: “and protections for your right to buy health insurance from any state in the union, Kirk added” would it not drop health insurance right on the front porch of the (mis-read interpretation of) the Commerce Clause, thus allowing the fedgov to “manage”it?
You make an excellent point. The GOP best look carefully at this particular "reform." They could easily shoot themselves in the foot.