Help for America's Uninsured Act of 2001

H.R. 647, the Help for America's Uninsured Act of 2001, proposes a way for taxpayers to voluntarily contribute to a national fund for healthcare. Under this bill, individuals filing their federal income taxes could choose to designate a portion of their tax refund to be deposited into a newly created "Health Coverage for the Uninsured Trust Fund." These funds would then be used specifically to provide financial protection and medical coverage for uninsured individuals who suffer from catastrophic illnesses or serious injuries.