Census: TX Uninsured Rate Now Even Worse, Still Highest in US

The high uninsured rate leaves Texans sicker and more financially unstable.

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

Texans Urge Lege to Reduce Uninsured Rate to Support Mental Health, Maternal Health, and Child Safety

18 Texas groups urged Texas Senators to expand health coverage to address these challenges.

Cover Texas NowSeptember 12, 2018Mental Health, Maternal Health, Children's Health, Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

What’s at Stake in a Ft. Worth Courtroom on Sept. 5?

On September 5, Fort Worth will take center stage in the national fight over health care coverage and protections for people with pre-existing conditions.

Every TexanAugust 31, 2018Private Coverage

Take Action: Write a Letter to the Editor About Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions

Here are some tips to writing a successful letter to the editor.

Cover Texas NowAugust 30, 2018Affordable Care Act (ACA), Get Involved, Private Coverage

Expanding Health Coverage is Key to Reducing Maternal Deaths & Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies

Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the nation.

Maternal Mortality Report Shows Texas Has Work To Do

Task Force report shows most maternal deaths were preventable.

Texans Care for ChildrenAugust 21, 2018Maternal Health, State Policy, Immigrants’ Health

To Address Mental Health, Reduce Texas’ Uninsured Rate

Solving many of our state's challenges starts with reducing the state's sky-high uninsured rate.

13 Groups to Lege: To Address Substance Use Disorders, Reduce Uninsured Rate

Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the nation.

Proposal Would Undermine Federal Family Planning Program

Access to quality family planning and reproductive health services is integral to overall good health for women, men, and adolescents.

Every TexanAugust 8, 2018Federal Policy, Maternal Health

Expanding Health Coverage is Key to Addressing Opioids and Substance Use Disorders

Treatment typically requires insurance, but Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the US.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.