Texas Should Be The Next Red State To Expand Medicaid

Here's what Texans need to know about Medicaid expansion.

Cover Texas NowAugust 10, 2020Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

Report: TX May Lose 362,000 Health Jobs Due to High Uninsured Rate

The Families USA report underscores that the Lege and Congress must reduce the uninsured rate.

Cover Texas NowAugust 5, 2020Texas Uninsured, Federal Policy, State Policy

Tell Congress to Increase Medicaid Funding

Take action today!

Cover Texas NowJuly 30, 2020Federal Policy, Get Involved, Medicaid

Report: 659,000 More Texans Uninsured, Ranking TX Last in US for Health Coverage

Texas leaders need to reduce the uninsured rate.

Peter ClarkJuly 15, 2020Texas Uninsured, Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

37 TX Groups Urge Congress to Boost “FMAP” Health Funding to States During COVID

Instead of cutting services during the pandemic, state leaders should urge Congress to boost funding to states.

Texans Care for ChildrenJuly 14, 2020Federal Policy, Medicaid

During COVID, Texas Should Reduce Uninsured Rate and Seek Federal Health Funds

Here are the steps Texas leaders should take.

Oklahoma voters approved Medicaid expansion!

Tell the Legislature: Texas should be next!

Cover Texas NowJuly 6, 2020Medicaid Expansion, State Policy, Get Involved

The Health Care Repeal Lawsuit Moves Forward Thursday. Let’s Stop It!

We're outraged that Texas leaders are attacking protections for pre-existing conditions.

Cover Texas NowJune 22, 2020Get Involved, ACA Enrollment, Private Coverage

Report: 1.6 Million Texans Lost Job-Based Health Insurance During Pandemic

Advocates Urge State Leaders to Improve Access to Health Insurance as Part of State’s Coronavirus Strategy

Coalition Urges TX Leaders to Address Kids’ Health Coverage Amid COVID-19

The Children’s Health Coverage Coalition letter outlines several key policy recommendations.

Cover Texas NowMay 14, 2020Children's Health, Medicaid

Momentum Builds for Medicaid Expansion in Texas Amid COVID-19

Texans need health insurance during and after this pandemic.

Cover Texas NowApril 30, 2020Medicaid Expansion, Get Involved, State Policy

Where We Stand Now: Texas Updates Medicaid and CHIP Policies in Response to COVID-19, but More is Needed

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas has taken important steps that will improve access to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Every TexanApril 22, 2020Private Coverage, Texas Uninsured, Medicaid, Medicaid Expansion

I Just Lost My Job. How Do I Get Health Insurance?

State and national policymakers should take immediate action to ensure access to coverage at this critical time.

Every TexanApril 22, 2020Medicaid Expansion, ACA Enrollment, State Policy

Clean Up TX's Inaccurate System for Reviewing Kids' Medicaid Eligibility Mid-Year

It's more than just red tape. TX mistakenly removes eligible kids from coverage.

Cover Texas NowApril 22, 2020State Policy, Children's Health, Medicaid

Gov. Abbott Must Expand Medicaid. Call Him Today!

Reducing the uninsured rate must be part of the Texas coronavirus strategy.

Cover Texas NowApril 20, 2020Get Involved, Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

TX Takes Step on COVID-19 Tests for Uninsured, Must Also Reduce Uninsured Rate

Requesting federal funds for no-cost tests is a good step. More is needed.

Cover Texas NowApril 17, 2020Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

4 Health Coverage Steps to Include in the TX Coronavirus Strategy

All Texans need health insurance during the pandemic and economic crisis.

Texans Care for ChildrenApril 6, 2020State Policy, Federal Policy, Medicaid Expansion

Tell Gov. Abbott: Expand Medicaid Now

Texans need health insurance during this health crisis and economic crisis.

Cover Texas NowMarch 30, 2020Medicaid Expansion, State Policy, Get Involved

Over 50 Groups Urge Governor to Ensure Health Insurance Meets Texans’ Needs During Pandemic

Health insurance is key to fighting COVID-19.

Cover Texas NowMarch 26, 2020State Policy, Medicaid, Children's Health, Medicaid Expansion

Prompt Actions Governor Abbott Must Take to Ensure Free COVID-19 Testing for Every Texan

The Governor must take action to make COVID-19 testing available to every Texan.

Every TexanMarch 24, 2020State Policy