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PUBLIC LAW 109–172—FEB. 10, 2006

report shall include information on the distribution of such grants among States and the use of grant funds by States. ‘‘(g) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ‘‘(1) QUALIFIED HIGH RISK POOL.— ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualified high risk pool’ has the meaning given such term in section 2744(c)(2), except that a State may elect to meet the requirement of subparagraph (A) of such section (insofar as it requires the provision of coverage to all eligible individuals) through providing for the enrollment of eligible individuals through an acceptable alternative mechanism (as defined for purposes of section 2744) that includes a high risk pool as a component. ‘‘(2) STANDARD RISK RATE.—The term ‘standard risk rate’ means a rate— ‘‘(A) determined under the State high risk pool by considering the premium rates charged by other health insurers offering health insurance coverage to individuals in the insurance market served; ‘‘(B) that is established using reasonable actuarial techniques; and ‘‘(C) that reflects anticipated claims experience and expenses for the coverage involved. ‘‘(3) STATE.—The term ‘State’ means any of the 50 States and the District of Columbia and includes Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands.’’. Approved February 10, 2006.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 4519: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 151 (2005): Dec. 17, considered and passed House. Vol. 152 (2006): Feb. 1, considered and passed Senate.

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