As part of her presidential campaign, @VP has unveiled a plan to erase billions of dollars in #MedicalDebt.
"Harris personally has taken on this issue," explains Mona Shah, our Senior Director of Policy & Strategy to @thehill. More👇🏽https://t.co/EU3Hbv35KC
#NEW: @VP has announced a plan to eliminate #MedicalDebt for millions of people.
The plan could include:
➡️ Working w/ states to create incentives for hospitals to forgive debt
➡️ Purchasing & forgiving debt w/ federal funds
More >> https://t.co/JlErWgxmJA
NEW: Community Catalyst Action Fund issued the following statement on presumptive Vice Presidential nominee Governor Tim Walz, who has been a steadfast champion in tackling the #MedicalDebt crisis.
More 👇
https://t.co/7fCDPB8Pii
“The Biden-Harris administration has done more to talk about medical debt than any other administration in history.” - Mona Shah, our senior director of policy & strategy
We’re grateful to @VP for being at the forefront of efforts to fight #MedicalDebt: https://t.co/lcJ6aFLQdg
NEW: Community Catalyst Action Fund recently issued a statement on Vice President Kamala Harris’ positions on race equity and health justice, which includes her efforts to improve the health and economic livelihoods of people across the country. https://t.co/UBIRZ7pGmU
Today, we partnered with @CommCatHealth to launch a full-page ad in the @nytimes calling on Congress to oppose any cuts to #Medicaid and #SNAP in a final deal on the Republican’s debt default plan.
Tell Congress NO CUTS ➡️ https://t.co/B9Qr1fsaRa #MedicaidMatters
MACPAC made several recommendations to Congress that could pave the way for additional improvements to Medicaid, including extending postpartum coverage, automatic Medicaid refinancing, and LTSS policies. More on our blog >> https://t.co/GMo7fD0azP
During Black History Month, we are honoring by reaffirming our commitment to health equity and racial justice this month and every month. How are you challenging yourself this #BlackHistoryMonth?
Today, @POTUS announced a series of executive orders to expand access to affordable health coverage and undo the harm of Trump administration policies designed to cut people off from health care. Read @Emily_Stewart_'s full statement: https://t.co/anylmCNrC8
Today, @POTUS announced a series of executive orders to expand access to affordable health coverage and undo the harm of Trump administration policies designed to cut people off from health care. Read @Emily_Stewart_'s full statement: https://t.co/anylmCNrC8
I believe every American deserves the peace of mind that comes with having access to quality, affordable health care. That’s why today, I’ll take action to strengthen Americans’ access to care.
Despite what is happening in the halls of Congress, we continue to uplift that we have changed the balance of power in this country.
We built power and are painting a new vision for the future and we demand that vision be respected.
We are deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of everyone in the US Capitol. The white supremacy that has led to stark health inequities among BIPOC is the same white supremacy that has emboldened violent protestors to storm our Capitol (1/2) https://t.co/mVBLXXIskI
Who will respond to emergencies? Who will pick up the trash? Who will ensure your water is clean? Public services & front-line workers are on the chopping block but @senatemajldr and Senate Republicans have refused to pass aid. Demand Congress #FundtheFrontLines: 1-888-981-9704
The #ACA is a critical tool in advancing reproductive justice. For millions of people, it has provided coverage for maternity care, abortion, birth control, and much more. #NeedMyACA
The ACA protects more than 130 million people living with pre-existing conditions, including substance use disorders and mental health illnesses #ProtectSUDServices#NeedMyACA
The ACA builds on federal civil rights protections to ban health care and health insurance discrimination against LGBTQ+ people who experience higher rates of chronic conditions. #NeedMyACA
The #ACA is more than just the mandate or marketplace - it's innovative care and payment models for dual eligibles and other vulnerable populations. It provides a path toward patient-centered care and should be defended.#NeedMyACA