Senate Democrats, Including Durbin, Press For Device Tax Delay Amid Fiscal Talks

Senate Democrats, Including Durbin, Press For Device Tax Delay Amid Fiscal Talks-insidehealthpolcy: Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (IL), along with 15 other members of the Democratic caucus and two key incoming senators, is urging Majority Leader Sen. Harry Reid (NV) to consider delaying implementation of the health reform law's medical device tax as lawmakers continue fiscal negotiations. One key lobbyist said a device tax delay could become part of a short-term fiscal agreement as it has gained attention among Democratic senators.