December 10th, 2008 1:52 PM

Dear Friends,

During the 2008 legislative session, my administration worked with legislators of both parties to secure unanimous approval of the Cover Florida Health Care Access Program. This legislation makes affordable health coverage available to 3.8 million uninsured Floridians through a comprehensive market-based strategy.

Cover Florida allows insurers to create innovative health insurance products that are affordable and guaranteed to Floridians who have been without insurance for at least six months, or who are recently unemployed – even if there are pre-existing health conditions. The coverage is voluntary for both individuals and for employers, and employees can even take their coverage with them if they change jobs.

Cover Florida gives uninsured Floridians the opportunity to take charge of their own preventive health care. Cover Florida benefit options include a robust set of benefits, such as coverage for preventive services, screenings, and office visits, as well as office surgery, urgent care, prescription drugs, durable medical equipment, and diabetic supplies.

No tax dollars were required to create the Cover Florida health insurance plans. Instead, six private insurance companies have partnered with the State of Florida to offer affordable health insurance coverage. If you have gone without insurance for at least six months – or have recently lost your employer-sponsored insurance – I encourage you to learn more about Cover Florida. It may be exactly the health insurance you have been looking for.

Sincerely,

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