Senate passes bill to allow Jackson Hospital to restructure debt following bankruptcy
Sen. Kirk Hatcher introduced the bill in the wake of Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery filing for bankruptcy.
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House Health Committee passes bill requiring screenings for postpartum depression
Specifically, HB322 "would require the Alabama Medicaid Agency to cover screening and would also regulate how Medicaid covers prescription drugs used to treat postpartum depression."
Senate Healthcare Committee hears bill allowing midwives to perform newborn screenings
The bill looks to clarify laws surrounding the practice of midwifery, which was legalized in Alabama in 2017.
DOGE faces mixed response in Alabama
Several Alabama Republicans spent last week defending the Department of Government Efficiency amid demonstrations across the state.
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery is facing imminent closure after defaulting on $60 million in debt in September.
Marshall, Tuberville endorse Trump’s youth gender-affirming care ban
President Donald Trump’s Jan. 28 executive order aims to restrict gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
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PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
The health provider warned of a funding crisis and a potential $228M reserve loss by 2027 amid rising medical costs.
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
The House passed a bill expanding healthcare, housing, education and support for veterans, now heading to the Senate.
AG Marshall argues employer health plans shouldn’t have to cover gender-affirming surgery
Gabriel Arkles says it’s “disheartening to see states advocating for the right to ... deny necessary healthcare to their citizens.”