The beginning of the year has been busy for America’s health centers and their 28 million patients! CHIME Act Several bills were introduced in the Senate to extend the Community Health Center Fund for 5 years and provide support for workforce expansions at health centers. These legislative efforts represent a critical step forward in our… [Read More…]
Policy
Proposed Policies Deter Immigrants From Receiving Healthcare
Proposed Policies Deter Immigrants From Receiving Healthcare The Trump administration put forth a proposal that, if put into action, could jeopardize the legal status of immigrants who sign up for select government funded programs, including Medicaid. The proposal, which will change the definition of Public Charge, aims to curb immigration to only those who can… [Read More…]
New HRSA Funding for Substance Abuse & Mental Health Care
After talk of federal action to combat the opioid crisis, $350 million is now available in grants for health centers addressing substance abuse and mental health. “As our nation faces an opioid epidemic, HRSA’s programs and extensive networks place us in a unique position to leverage our expertise and resources to make a significant impact… [Read More…]