Join the National Health Care for the Homeless Council in sending a letter to the Senate urging them to oppose the House reconciliation bill which includes massive cuts to Medicaid and provisions that will make it harder for people experiencing homelessness to maintain coverage. Sign on by June 6! View the full letter here. (Help us […]
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Pressure Delays Medicaid Cuts One More Week The House Energy and Commerce Committee has postponed their markup from May 7th to the week of May 12th after House leadership failed to reach a consensus on how and where to cut Medicaid. Moderate Republicans remain concerned about backlash from constituents if they agree to cuts, while
Medicaid Cuts Will Kill People – Unless we Stop Them Read More >>
by Laura Brennan, Senior Policy Manager for NHCHC From phone calls to in-person action, people across the country are mobilizing against attacks on our communities. The Senate is getting 1,600 calls a MINUTE (rather than the usual 40) because people are FIRED UP about plans to cut Medicaid, slash the federal budget, and imperil the
All the Cool Kids are Calling the Senate TODAY and Mobilizing Saturday — Join Us! Read More >>
The time to speak up for Medicaid is quickly running out. Lawmakers will be in their districts the week of March 17 and they need to hear that any policy changes or cuts to Medicaid to pay for tax breaks for the wealthy are unacceptable! Last week the House passed a budget resolution that will
The Countdown Is On: Make Noise and Tell Congress NO MEDICAID CUTS Before It’s Too Late Read More >>
Right now, President Trump and Congressional Republicans are in the process of taking away your Medicaid. Worse, they want to do that so they can give even more money to billionaires through additional tax cuts. They want to slash one-third of Medicaid spending by adding work requirements, reducing reimbursements to states, and otherwise making it
Will you Fight for Medicaid this Thursday? Read More >>
By Barbara DiPietro, PhD, Senior Policy Director President-elect Trump is nominating his next Cabinet as well as other advisors who will carry out the President’s agenda. These folks will make policy and funding decisions that directly impact the HCH Community—and it’s important to know who these folks are and what perspectives they bring to these
A New Cast of Characters Is Coming to HHS Read More >>
By Laura Brennan, Senior Policy Manager As the election approaches, the flurry of news, debates, and social media updates can leave many of us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious. To help navigate this challenging time, I reached out to the Council’s staff for their favorite self-care strategies, hoping to inspire you and provide ideas to
It’s a Scary Time; Take Care of Yourself! Read More >>
Editor’s Note: We are very excited to announce Laura Brennan (she/her) has joined the Policy Team as NHCHC’s new Senior Policy Manager! Based in Austin, Texas, Laura will lead our advocacy work on Capitol Hill, writing the monthly Mobilizer newsletter, staffing our Policy Committee, and helping organize within the HCH Community. For 4 years, Laura
HCH In Seattle — the View from a Newcomer Read More >>
