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 >>
Congress plans to attack Medicaid. Proposals include adding work requirements, funding cuts, and other policy changes. We want to show our community’s strong support for Medicaid, as it funds around half of all patients receiving care at Health Care for the Homeless programs. Help us urge Congressional leadership to protect the Medicaid expansion program by
Action Needed: Sign Our Letter to Urge Congress to Protect Medicaid Expansion 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 >>
By Barbara DiPietro, Senior Policy Director As the HCH Community prepares its voter registration and voter turnout activities in the run-up to the Tuesday, Nov. 5, elections, three points are important to keep in mind: The System is Working as Designed … by Those Who Voted Social justice advocates often assert that the “system is
1 in 10 Unhoused People Vote — That’s a Problem Read More >>
by Barbara DiPietro, Senior Policy Director There are two words that feel especially uncomfortable right now: Sanctioned Encampments. This term means different things to different people, and can reference a wide range of approaches—but simply letting large numbers of people live outside is hardly a solution to homelessness—and one that has a high risk of
The Urgent, Uncomfortable Issue We Need to Talk About Read More >>
