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King v. Burwell at the Supreme Court: Oral Arguments

This blog is part of a weekly series—one that analyzes the political, legal, and social issues and ramifications of King v. Burwell, a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care… Read more.

03.05.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Blog

King v. Burwell Puts Lives at Risk

The following was originally published on Alliance for Justice's "Justice Watch" blog. On March 4, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in King v. Burwell. The plaintiffs in this case are challenging the federal government’s… Read more.

03.02.2015 / Ben D’Avanzo, Claire McAndrew, / Insights Blog

The Affordable Care Act Is a ‘Three-Legged Stool’

One of the most significant and popular features of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the new protection that puts an end to insurance company discrimination against people with pre-existing health conditions. This important… Read more.

02.18.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Blog

State Advocates’ Agenda for Private Health Insurance in 2015

Around the country, health care advocates are developing advocacy agendas to ensure that private health insurance plans meet consumers’ needs. From addressing high costs for consumers to strengthening provider networks to improving prescription drug… Read more.

02.18.2015 / Cheryl Fish-Parcham, Claire McAndrew, / Insights Blog

Common-Sense Legislation Would Extend Funding for CHIP

Earlier today, Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Bob Casey (D-PA) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) along with Representatives Gene Green (D-TX) and Frank Pallone (D-NJ) introduced legislation to extend funding for the highly successful Children's… Read more.

02.12.2015 / Shannon Attanasio, / Insights Blog

Five Key Points in Briefs about King v. Burwell

King v. Burwel, is a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The case challenges the government’s provision of tax credits to help consumers buy health insurance… Read more.

02.11.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Blog

Welcome to Day 3 of Health Action!

Health Action 2015 Saturday, January 24 2:00 p.m.—So Long and Farewell We at Families USA have had a blast the past three days. Meeting all of you hard-working advocates has been inspiring and energizing… Read more.

01.24.2015 / Insights Blog

Welcome to Day 2 of Health Action!

Health Action 2015 Friday, January 23, 2015 5:30 p.m.—Competing Visions for the Future of Health Care Joseph Antos, Wilson H. Taylor Scholar in Health Care and Retirement Policy, American Enterprise Institute Judy Feder, Professor… Read more.

01.23.2015 / Insights Blog

Welcome to Day 1 of Health Action!

Health Action 2015 Thursday, January 22, 2015 5:00 p.m.—Marketplace Enrollment Update Kevin Counihan, Director and Marketplace Chief Executive Officer, Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services William A.… Read more.

01.22.2015 / Insights Blog

A Call to Action: Health Reform 2.0

Today, Families USA issues a call to action in support of Health Reform 2.0 – a series of 19 specific proposals to improve health care for everyone in our nation. In the years ahead, we will… Read more.

01.19.2015 / Ron Pollack, / Insights Blog