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Promises about Health Care on Haslam-O-Meter

Pass "meaningful tort reform" to limit malpractice suits

Will "pass meaningful tort reform to lower healthcare costs and allow doctors to stop practicing defensive medicine."

Develop a support network for senior citizens.

Will "coordinate the efforts of the Area Agencies on Aging and Disability and private sector nonprofits, faith-based and community groups to make sure the right information and resources are available to those who need it. He will create this network to ensure they are talking, sharing information and providing the right level of support. Mayor Haslam will also use this effort to draw attention to this important issue and to educate the public on the challenges facing seniors and those who care for them."