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ISSUES - HEALTH CARE

Health costs

Would establish tax-free Health Savings Accounts to "allow Americans to own and control their own health care." Would promote use of information technology and promote medical liability reform. Claims average family would save $1,000 per year under his plan. Would allow all Americans to buy into the same plan used by members of Congress.

Protecting medicare

Introduce private-sector competition to reduce costs. Rescind tax cuts. Eliminate waste.

Prescription drugs

Would add a drug benefit to medicare for seniors. Would allow people to purchase prescription drugs from Canada. Would close loopholes that prevent development of cheaper generic drugs.