Justices likely to consider Obamacare challenge: “The Supreme Court plunged into debate Monday on the fate of the Obama administration’s overhaul of the nation’s health care system, and the justices gave every indication they will not allow an obscure tax law to derail the case.” [AP]
Outside the court, activists argue their cases: “As Supreme Court justices heard arguments on the fate of the 2010 health overhaul Monday, hundreds of activists on both sides made their cases on the sidewalk outside.” [WSJ]
Shifts in coverage status tied to ER use: “Adults who recently gained or lost health insurance were more likely to visit the emergency room than those continuously insured or uninsured, newly published research said.” [Modern Healthcare]
Georgia abortion restrictions stopped: “One of the most controversial bills this legislative session, that sought to put new restrictions on late-term abortions, was all but gutted Monday after a bipartisan coalition in the state Senate forced key changes.” [Atlanta Georgia Constitution]
Virginia rejects ultrasound funding: “Passage of the budget bill came despite rejection of a key Democratic demand – an amendment that would have required the state or private insurers to pick up the cost of ultrasound procedures that will be required of women seeking abortions under a bill that Gov. Bob McDonnell recently signed into law.” [Times Dispatch]
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