June 28, 2012

Statement By:
Tom Feeney, President and CEO, Associated Industries of Florida
Regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s Ruling on the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act

“As we consider the reactions to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), it is clear that the debate will continue and that today’s decision left unresolved many critical questions about the legal and regulatory frameworks for the future of health care in Florida. Now more than ever, Florida needs the smartest and most capable policy minds preparing for our state’s health care future.

Earlier this week, AIF announced its health care reform initiative, which includes a growing group of health care thought leaders and employers who have been working together for the past few months to cast a vision for a different kind of health care system in Florida. During the months leading up to the election and into 2013, we will monitor developments related to the PPACA and continue to facilitate dialogue on health care policy.

AIF is committed to this endeavor and to pursuing solutions that make sense for employers and the people of Florida.”

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Known as “The Voice of Florida Business,” Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) has advocated for the principles of prosperity and free enterprise since 1920. Representing more than 10,000 businesses across the state, AIF is one of Florida’s most powerful and successful government affairs and business lobbying groups.