Political Discord Brings a New Generation of Activists

A new Washington Post-Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that one in five Americans have taken to the streets to rally or participated in political rallies since early…

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NoHLA Board Member Spotlight: Christina Peters

Christina joined the NoHLA Board of Directors in 2015. Christina collaborated with NoHLA staff and relied on NoHLA’s expertise while she was working on health care reform implementation as…

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It’s a Wrap!

The fast and furious 60-day 2018 legislative session concluded just over one month ago. Governor Inslee has been busy; he took action on 308 bills from the Legislature,…

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Last “Must Pass” Bill Leaves Important Health Policy Issues Hanging

Congress finally passed an omnibus budget bill last week that President Trump signed last Friday to narrowly avert another government shutdown. Many were hopeful that the last

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NoHLA Helps Washington State Protect Reproductive Health Care Access

This legislative session, we worked with legislators and other advocates to bolster reproductive health access laws to make up for gaps created at the federal level, as described in…

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Proposed Provider Refusal Regulations Threaten Patient Access and Choice

The Administration’s proposed rules allowing health care providers to refuse medical care due to religious or moral objections are gravely concerning. Comments were due this week and NoHLA…

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Perceptions of Gun Violence and Mental Illness

Disability Rights Washington’s video and media advocacy program, Rooted in Rights, produced a new video to combat the dangerous narratives surrounding mental health and gun violence….

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Buy from Amazon and Support NoHLA!

Amazon is tripling the donation amount to 1.5% when customers make their first eligible smile.amazon.com purchase thru March 31. Select Northwest Health Law Advocates as your supported charity, and then shop…

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On Time Ending for Washington’s Legislature!

Last Thursday, the Legislature adjourned after a fast and furious 60-day legislative session. Many bills passed and await Governor Inslee’s signature. Even more bills failed to make it through…

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Women’s Health: Under Attack

Republicans have been undermining the Affordable Care Act (ACA) every which way in the past year. Many of their efforts target women. Since last week included International Women’s Day,…

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