Getting to the Finish Line
States working to cover all of America's children and families through public and private coverage initiatives.
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Whats New at CCF
(11/16/09)
New Poll Examines Questions of Affordability
A new survey shows that Americans are more concerned about making health coverage more affordable to families than keeping down the federal cost of health care reform. The survey also revealed a gap between what most families consider “affordable” health care coverage and the estimated costs of various proposals being considered by Congress.
Poll: Affordability and Health Care Coverage • Press Release •
Blog: Families are Cutting Back Spending to Pay Health Care Expenses
(11/13/09)
Where Things Stand for Children in Health Reform
This fact sheet provides basic information on the coverage pathways for children and their families in the current health reform bills, HR 3962, as passed on November 7, 2009, and the Senate Finance Committee bill, as of October 19, 2009.
Children in Health Care Reform: Where Things Stand
(11/4/09)
House Health Reform Bill Fact Sheet
This fact sheet provides a description of the key Medicaid, CHIP, and low-income provisions in the merged health reform bill released by the House and amended on November 3, 2009.
Key Medicaid, CHIP, and Low-Income Provisions in H.R. 3962 • Health Care Reform: Legislative Proposals
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Issue Areas
Strengthening Medicaid
Fresh approaches to bring a new voice to the public debate about improving the Medicaid program.
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Last Piece of the Puzzle: Children in Health Reform
Providing high-quality, affordable coverage and access to care for all children in national health reform.
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CHIP: Putting the New Law to Work
Resources to assist those working on issues impacting CHIP, including implementing the 2009 CHIP law.
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Family Stories
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Medicaid/CHIP helps Arkansas family weather the economic downturn.  Read the Simpson's story.
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