Senate Concurrent Resolution 1047 Summary

• Expresses legislative opposition to implementing a Medicare for All single-payer health insurance system

• Cites estimated costs of approximately $32.6 trillion over 10 years and concerns about tax burden on taxpayers and economic growth

• Objects to potential disruption of employer-sponsored health insurance covering over 180 million Americans, noting 70% of enrollees are satisfied with current coverage

• Warns of projected $800 billion in hospital payment cuts, reduced provider participation, longer wait times for services, and compromised access to care, particularly in rural areas

• Urges Arizona Congressional delegation to vote against measures implementing Medicare for All that would increase taxes, eliminate patient choice, or reduce healthcare quality in the state