    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1999, Book I)]
    [February 23, 1999]
    [Pages 243-244]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Radio Remarks on the ``Insure Kids Now'' Initiative
    February 23, 1999

        As every parent knows, nothing is more important than keeping our
    children healthy. So I have very good news for working parents. Even if
    you can't afford private health insurance, it's now possible to get help
    with doctor bills, medicines, and hospital care for your children. If
    your children are uninsured, please call 1-877-KIDS-NOW--1-877-KIDS-NOW.
    With a

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    little help, your children can get the care they need to grow up healthy
    and strong.

    Note: The President's remarks were recorded at approximately 2:54 p.m.
    in the Oval Office on February 22 for later broadcast as a public
    service announcement. The transcript was released by the Office of the
    Press Secretary on February 23. These remarks were also made available
    on the White House Press Office Radio Actuality Line.