Tennessee Governor Proposes New Health Care Reforms
On March 27, 2006 Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen (D) presented a new coverage proposal to the state legislature to address health care access and cost issues in the state.
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Insure Montana
Insure Montana is a new initiative to assist small businesses of two to five employees afford the cost of health insurance.
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West Virginia Enacts Health Reform Bill
On April 17, 2006, West Virginia enacted legislation (HB 4021) which aims to address issues related to health care costs and access. The legislation includes four major initiatives: coverage expansion for children, a clinic-based preventive care pilot program, minimum benefit plans sold in the state and an Interagency Health Council.
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Wyoming Seeks New HIFA Waiver
New legislation enacted in Wyoming allows the Department of Health to seek a Health Insurance Flexibility and Accountability (HIFA) waiver from CMS.
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Update on Federal Activities
An update on the Federal budget resolution and potential Congressional action on small group market reforms.
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Cover the Uninsured Week 2006 Highlights State and Local Health Care Strategies
Health and enrollment fairs, business events, campus activities and interfaith events will take place in all 50 states and the District of Columbia during and leading up to Cover the Uninsured Week, May 1-7, 2006.
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Save the Date: SCI Summer Meeting
The State Coverage Initiatives program is pleased to announce the date and location for its summer workshop for state officials: August 3-4, 2006 in Chicago, IL.
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State Health Research and Policy Interest Group Activities
The upcoming State Health Research and Policy Interest Group Meeting will be held on Saturday, June 23.
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Reports of Interest
The following are the most recently released reports on coverage.
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