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Sen. Amy Klobuchar highlights healthcare plans, contrasts herself with Demuth
Klobuchar said her plan would preserve drug discounts, expand bulk purchasing and create a state tax credit that could cost up to $180 million a year.
- On Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar unveiled her healthcare agenda at a Maple Grove oncology clinic, declaring a "stark" difference between her and Republican House Speaker Lisa Demuth.
- Klobuchar vowed to add "teeth" to the state's 340B drug program statute, ensuring enforcement against manufacturers that limit access to discounted drugs for safety-net hospitals and clinics.
- To lower premiums, the Senator proposed a state tax credit delivered through MNsure costing up to $180 million annually, backfilling federal Affordable Care Act credits expiring in 2026.
- A spokesperson for House Speaker Lisa Demuth's campaign criticized Klobuchar as a "career politician," citing rising family out-of-pocket costs and defending Demuth's support for Minnesota's state reinsurance program.
- While Klobuchar criticized her opponent for lacking a formal healthcare proposal and allegedly embracing Medicaid cuts, Demuth has focused on addressing fraud, education, and affordability issues.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar highlights healthcare plans, contrasts herself with Demuth
The senator highlighted some of her healthcare plans Monday, including bringing down drug costs and premiums, while calling out her Republican opponent.
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