Why California's Single-payer Bill Was Killed By Its Author
AB 1400 was supposed to be the nation’s first government-funded health care system, but the legislation didn't even get a vote in the state Assembly. Assemblymember Ash Kalra, D-San Jose, tells Joe Garofoli why he pulled his own bill from the floor.
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Show Notes
AB 1400 was supposed to be the nation’s first government-funded health care system, but the legislation didn't even get a vote in the state Assembly. Supporters of the bill are angry with its author, Assemblymember Ash Kalra, D-San Jose, for pulling it from the floor. In this episode of It's All Political on Fifth and Mission, Kalra explains his decision to Joe Garofoli and responds to his critics. | Unlimited Chronicle access: sfchronicle.com/pod
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