Competitive Bidding has now effectively been delayed 18 months with a veto proof margin of 69-30.

This particular battle does not mean the end of Competitive Bidding but it proves what hard work and determination can accomplish. I want to thank the entire AMEPA membership for putting their faith in the board and for all of their tireless efforts and sacrifices. Our industry leaders at AAHomecare and VGM should also be congratulated for coordinating a massive effort and for all of the other state and national organizations that followed their lead.

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On Thursday night, the United States Senate considered approving House Bill H.R. 6331, the "Doc Fix" Bill. The Senators could not agree to suspend the rules to consider the bill because of reported certainty that the excessive last minute add-ons to the House Bill would force President Bush to veto the legislation. Although this means the delay of the Competitive Bidding Program was not approved on Thursday night, it does not mean we have lost.

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Thanks to the efforts of everyone and anyone who supports the Home Medical Equipment and Healthcare Industry, H.R. 6331, THE MEDICARE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PATIENTS AND PROVIDERS ACT passed by a Margin of 355 to 59 with 20 members not voting. It required a two-thirds (67%) vote to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. It received an overwhelming eighty-five percent (85%) of the vote. E.H. 6331 (Enacted by the House) is believed to be voted by the Senate on Thursday, June 26th. The following is a list of Official House Actions provided by Thomas.

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A Message from The VGM Group:

We're Halfway to a Full Delay of Competitive Bidding
HR 6331 has passed the House!
355 YEA - 59 NAY!

Grassroots DOES work!

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