Washington

A compromise bill calling for nonprofit cooperatives rather than a government plan as an alternative health insurance source, eliminating a "navigator" feature opposed by agents, and opening the door for medical malpractice reform was unveiled in the U.S. Senate last week.

"America's Healthy Future Act" includes placeholder language dealing with curbs on medical malpractice suits until more specific details can be added during the amendment process as the Senate Finance Committee deals with the bill this week.

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