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New Report: Legislature’s Medicaid Decision Blocks Insurance for One Million Texans

New Report: Legislature’s Medicaid Decision Blocks Insurance for One Million Texans

Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the US. State leaders need to take action.

Cover Texas NowJuly 13, 2018Texas Uninsured, Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

Targeting Health Care Navigators: A Terrible Idea that Threatens Texans

Targeting Health Care Navigators: A Terrible Idea that Threatens Texans

This week the Trump Administration announced additional cuts to the federal Navigator program, a core support system that helps Texans make their way through applications for income-based discounts on health insurance, understand their options, and select a health care plan through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace.

Every TexanJuly 12, 2018Federal Policy, ACA Enrollment

New Survey Shows Texans Want the Legislature to Get to Work Reducing the State's High Uninsured Rate

New Survey Shows Texans Want the Legislature to Get to Work Reducing the State's High Uninsured Rate

Another poll shows Texans want Lege to expand health coverage.

Cover Texas NowJuly 6, 2018Medicaid Expansion, Medicaid, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

17 Texas Groups Urge State Leaders to Fix Medicaid Managed Care

17 Texas Groups Urge State Leaders to Fix Medicaid Managed Care

Joint letter comes ahead of tomorrow's big legislative oversight hearing.

Cover Texas NowJune 26, 2018Medicaid, State Policy

Harsh “Public Charge” Policy Threatens Texas Families

Harsh “Public Charge” Policy Threatens Texas Families

Nearly 2 million Texans could lose health care, food, and more under this harsh federal proposal.

Every TexanJune 19, 2018Immigrants’ Health, Federal Policy, Get Involved

Tragedies in Medicaid Managed Care as Texas Squeezes Funding & State Revenue

Tragedies in Medicaid Managed Care as Texas Squeezes Funding & State Revenue

The tragedies documented in the powerful Dallas Morning-News investigative series highlight the real human costs of state leaders repeatedly underfunding health care programs in Texas.

Cover Texas NowJune 15, 2018Medicaid, State Policy

Leaving People Uninsured Creates Real Challenges, So More States Are Getting to Work on Fixing the Problem

Leaving People Uninsured Creates Real Challenges, So More States Are Getting to Work on Fixing the Problem

The high uninsured rate in Texas contributes to real problems in our state.

Cover Texas NowJune 6, 2018Medicaid Expansion, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Treatment for Substance Use Disorder: the Critical Role of Texas Medicaid and Federal Block Grants

Treatment for Substance Use Disorder: the Critical Role of Texas Medicaid and Federal Block Grants

All Texans living with substance use disorders should be able to access the treatment and supports they need, regardless of their income.

Every TexanMay 30, 2018Medicaid, Children's Health

A Lose-Lose Situation if you Buy Your Own Health Insurance

A Lose-Lose Situation if you Buy Your Own Health Insurance

Two recent federal proposals would split the individual market in two, letting “junk” policies compete with comprehensive plans under radically different rules.

Every TexanMay 17, 2018Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Public Charge: Get Ready to Fight to Protect Prenatal Care, Children's Health Coverage, and Other Vital Health Services

Prenatal care and other critical services could be threatened under a potential Trump public charge.

Cover Texas NowMay 11, 2018Immigrants’ Health, Federal Policy, Maternal Health, Children's Health

SNAP Cuts Are Hard to Swallow

SNAP Cuts Are Hard to Swallow

SNAP helps keep people healthy and reduces health care costs.

Cover Texas NowMay 4, 2018Federal Policy

Defying Odds, 2018 Was Pretty Good for Health Insurance Signups

Defying Odds, 2018 Was Pretty Good for Health Insurance Signups

Hard-working Texans need access to health coverage, even if they are not fortunate enough to have jobs that offer affordable health insurance to employees and their families.

Every TexanApril 17, 2018Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Medicaid Is Part of the Solution to the Addiction Crisis

Medicaid Is Part of the Solution to the Addiction Crisis

Medicaid coverage is one of the most important tools states can use to address the addiction crisis.

Every TexanMarch 26, 2018State Policy, Medicaid, Substance Use Disorders

Work Documentation Requirements for Medicaid: 4 Things Texans Should Know

Work Documentation Requirements for Medicaid: 4 Things Texans Should Know

It's a policy to cut health care, not to promote work.

Cover Texas NowMarch 7, 2018Medicaid, Federal Policy, State Policy

Why Medicaid Work Requirements Are a Terrible Idea for Texas

Why Medicaid Work Requirements Are a Terrible Idea for Texas

Medicaid work requirements are bad medicine for Texans.

Every TexanFebruary 26, 2018Medicaid

HHSC Reports Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Texas Medicaid is Working

HHSC Reports Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Texas Medicaid is Working

As Texas fights addiction in the midst of the opioid crisis, it will be critical for Texas Medicaid to continue providing SUD treatment services.

Every TexanFebruary 6, 2018Medicaid, Substance Use Disorders

30+ Texas Health Groups Send Urgent CHIP letter to Washington

30+ Texas Health Groups Send Urgent CHIP letter to Washington

Groups are asking federal leaders to renew CHIP funding as soon as possible.

Every TexanNovember 9, 2017Children's Health, Federal Policy

Trump Administration Guts Subsidies, Targets Hard-working Americans

Trump Administration Guts Subsidies, Targets Hard-working Americans

Unable to get health care legislation through Congress, the Trump Administration is trying to sabotage Americans’ health care coverage and livelihoods through executive actions.

Every TexanOctober 13, 2017Federal Policy, Affordable Care Act (ACA), ACA Enrollment

Executive Order Will Destabilize Insurance Market

Executive Order Will Destabilize Insurance Market

President Trump is expected to sign an executive order soon designed to further sabotage the Affordable Care Act.

Every TexanOctober 11, 2017Federal Policy, Private Coverage

Texas Groups Slam New Trumpcare Bill as Senate Prepares to Vote

Texas Groups Slam New Trumpcare Bill as Senate Prepares to Vote

As the U.S. Senate prepares to vote next week on the Graham-Cassidy health care repeal bill, Texas advocates for children, families, patients, and consumers expressed their strong opposition to the bill.

Cover Texas NowSeptember 22, 2017Federal Policy, Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicaid Block Grants