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Statement of ACAP on Gun Violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 22, 2022
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jeff Van Ness, (202) 204-7515, jvanness@communityplans.net
STATEMENT OF ACAP ON GUN VIOLENCE
WASHINGTON—Margaret A. Murray, CEO of the Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), issued the following statement on the gun violence facing our country.
“Gun violence is a public health crisis.
“The single greatest killer of children these days is guns. Not cancer or car accidents. Guns.
“It is incumbent on Congress and states to address this crisis through a comprehensive public health approach that addresses both access to and responsible use of guns, as well as access to mental health treatment.
“ACAP is committed to health equity, ensuring that everyone, adults and children alike, has a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible. Responsible gun safety legislation is one step toward that goal.”
About ACAP:
ACAP represents 74 health plans, which collectively provide health coverage to more than 22 million people. Safety Net Health Plans serve their members through Medicaid, Medicare, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Marketplace and other publicly-sponsored health programs. For more information, visit www.communityplans.net.
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