News Supreme Court upholds health care reform

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Chief Justice Roberts stated that the Constitution allows for a tax, which justified the Court's decision to uphold the health care mandate, surprising many who expected a split or complete rejection. The ruling rejected the Commerce Clause argument, limiting Congress's regulatory powers, while also reinforcing states' rights under the 10th Amendment. The decision has significant political implications, as it redefines the mandate as a tax, potentially impacting public perception and future legislation. Critics express concern that this ruling could enable Congress to impose taxes for a wide range of issues, raising questions about judicial activism and the Court's role in legislative matters. Overall, the ruling's ramifications extend beyond health care, affecting the balance of federal and state powers.
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mheslep said:
Eh no, one can choose to self insure for collision, i.e. damage to your own vehicle and/or health, and many do, but some minimum liability insurance is a requirement in all fifty. Note the minimum varies substantially from state to state (wisely IMO).

http://personalinsure.about.com/cs/vehicleratings/a/blautominimum.htm

it's a fine point, but some states do allow people of means to self insure.

But i don't see why anybody who's sane would.

http://www.flhsmv.gov/ddl/frfaqself_person.html#method1

METHOD III - FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY CERTIFICATE (BASED ON SURETY BOND)

Persons posting with the department a satisfactory bond of a surety company authorized to do business in this state, conditioned for payment of the amount specified in section 324.021(7), Florida Statutes. Bond forms are available upon request.

Individual - Filing Requirements


Surety Bond from a surety company authorized to do business in this state, conditioned for payment with the amounts of: $10,000 of bodily injury to, or death of, one person in anyone crash; $20,000 bodily injury to, or death of, two or more persons in anyone crash; and $10,000 injury to, or destruction of, property of others in anyone crash ($10,000/20,000/10,000).
 

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