Healthcare bill clears hurdle

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The healthcare bill cleared its first obstacle as the House voted, 242-192, in favor of a rule that sets the terms of debate for the rest of the day.

As expected, all 177 Republicans voted against the rule, a likely indication of how they will act on the bill, which is expected to come to the floor for a vote later today.

— Michael Muskal
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