Dear John,
In case you missed it...this week the Voices for Human Needs blog examines new momentum in the 11 states that have opted not to expand Medicaid to pursue expansion in 2023. And we report on some good things for pregnant women, moms with infants, and children that were included in the year-end FY23 appropriations bill. Please share!
This week on the blog...
On tap for 2023: Medicaid expansion in the states?
January 6
This year could be key for efforts to expand Medicaid coverage in 11 “non-expansion” states as increased public pressure is converging with key state Republican leaders changing their mind on the issue and softening their opposition. READ MORE »
For pregnant workers and new moms, FY 2023 spending bill was a welcome outcome
January 5
Human needs advocates have yet to unpack every last detail included in the recently approved fiscal year 2023 appropriations package, which Congress passed shortly before recessing for the December holidays. The legislation, which when introduced was 4,155 pages in length, includes several hard-fought measures for pregnant workers and new moms that please labor and health care advocates. READ MORE »
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