Revised Senate Health Bill Unveiled Today

During the July 4th recess, Senators heard from their constituents about problematic provisions of their health proposal. Some Senators returned more steadfast in their opposition. And experts recently…

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People Love the ACA and Medicaid More Than Ever!

Meanwhile, favorability of the ACA tops…

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Legislature Gets Budget Done Just in Time!

Governor Inslee signed a state biennial operating budget with no time to spare to avoid a partial government shutdown on June 30. He also vetoed

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Our Neighbors to the South Follow our Lead to Cover All Kids!

Ten years ago, Washington State passed landmark legislation to Cover All Kids by 2010. Our neighbors down in Oregon have just done the…

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Spotlight: Natalie Reid, NoHLA Summer Intern

We welcome Natalie Reid to NoHLA this summer! Natalie is a second year student at Seattle University School of Law and is interested in health…

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NoHLA Responds to Federal Request on ACA’s “Regulatory Burdens”

The Administration recently solicited public comments as part of an effort to deconstruct the health care system put in place…

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City of Seattle Proclaims the Importance of Health Care Access for Everyone

The Seattle City Council recently signed a proclamation recognizing the importance of ensuring that immigrants receive health care. The proclamation recognizes the importance…

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New Potential Rules Threaten Treatment for Trans Individuals

The Health Care Authority (HCA) has proposed changes to the medical treatment available to Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) enrollees undergoing a gender transition. These changes threaten…

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Public Support Wanes for Potential Health Care Changes

A new poll found that a clear majority of Americans are unhappy with the Republicans’ efforts to overhaul the nation’s health care system.

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Senate Delays Action on “Meaner” Health Bill That Cuts Millions From Care

The Senate delayed plans to act before the July 4th holiday recess on their version of the House bill – the “Better Care Reconciliation Act”- due to lack of…

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