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Trump's Main Talking Points
Here's a look at what President-elect Donald Trump had to say
about healthcare reform while crisscrossing the nation in the
months leading up to the election. How or if he follows through on
his campaign promises remains to be seen.
• More choices. Modify existing laws that inhibit the sale of
health insurance across state lines with the goal of increasing
market competition that will drive down premium costs.
• Tax breaks. Let individuals fully deduct health insurance pre-
mium payments from their tax returns under the current tax sys-
tem.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Let individuals contribute
tax-free contributions to HSAs, which could be used by any mem-
ber of the individual's family without penalty.
• Price transparency. Require healthcare providers and drug
• THE BEST PLAN Donald Trump believes his plans for healthcare reform will improve coverage for millions of Americans.
CAMPAIGN PROMISES
