Advocacy groups to rally for Medicaid expansion
PARCA executive director Ryan Hankins said the state is finally positioned to be able to afford expansion.
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Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending
The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey.
$1.06 billion ARPA disbursement clears Senate committee with amendment
The bill now goes to the full Senate for its consideration.
Second round of ARPA funds won’t address all health care, infrastructure needs in Alabama
Money from $1 billion in federal COVID aid may just scratch the surface, organizations say.
Britt joins letter in support of Medicare Advantage program
Enrollment in the program has doubled over the past decade, serving nearly 50 percent of individuals eligible for Medicare.
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I am hopeful that our congressional delegation will pass legislation to protect patients.
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See recent postsMedicaid expansion: what Dr. Bentley should have ordered
Expanding Medicaid is more than just adding job opportunities. This will literally save lives.
Rep. Sewell announces $2.3 million grant for AIDS Alabama
The grant will be used for Enroll Alabama, AIDS Alabama’s health care navigator program.
August 30, 2022
Despite national decline, Alabama’s uninsured rate has risen in recent years
Alabama is one of 12 states that has chosen not to expand Medicaid.
Shelby, Tuberville vote against climate, health and deficit reduction package
The bill passed the Senate on Sunday despite objection from the Republican side, including both of Alabama's senators.