One take-away from this election cycle is the growing realization that people are ready for real solutions to the health care affordability challenges we face. Washington voters upheld the WA Cares program, showing an appetite for innovative approaches to paying for long-term care. Data shows that across party lines, Washingtonians are ready for creative solutions...
Protecting Affordability in Uncertain Times
As NoHLA works to move health justice forward, we’re always working to protect past progress. Over the last decade, NoHLA and partners have successfully advocated for affordability protections for people who buy their own coverage through our state Exchange, WA Healthplanfinder. But with uncertainty looming in the elections, this progress is on the line. Today,...
What’s At Stake In November Initiatives
Everyone knows there’s a great deal at stake for health care in the November elections – but you may not know that several ballot initiatives could impact health care for Washingtonians. NoHLA and many others are deeply concerned about the budget implications of proposed initiatives to repeal the capital gains tax, repeal key pieces of...
Thank you for 25 years of support!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for NoHLA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration! It was a lovely opportunity to get together with NoHLA allies, take stock of all that NoHLA has accomplished in 25 years, and look ahead to the future. Now let’s keep the celebration going! Check out some of our favorite pictures from the...
New Survey Reveals Over Half of Washington Respondents Struggle to Afford Care
A new report of a statewide survey released by NoHLA and our partners in the Fair Health Prices Washington shows that high health care costs are significantly impacting many Washingtonians.
November Ballot Initiatives Affect State Funding and Our State Health Care Future
NoHLA is deeply concerned about three initiatives on the November ballot, as each could have serious financial implications for health care programs and the safety net.
Upcoming: Hear from NoHLA at UW Behavioral Health Conference
NoHLA Senior Policy Advocate Lee Che P. Leong will deliver a keynote address at “Exploring the Intersectionality of Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, and Social Justice,” a free virtual conference.
