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Insurance options for small firms studied

Patrick might back legalization of group purchases to cut costs

By Kay Lazar
Globe Staff / August 7, 2009

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Amid growing complaints from small businesses about soaring health insurance costs, the Patrick administration is eyeing a much-debated proposal that would allow companies to band together, bargain for cheaper rates, and pass the savings on to employees. (Full article: 802 words)

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