State Efforts
We are working in states to expand access to quality, affordable, health care – because people can’t wait for a perfect solution from Washington, D.C.
Learn more about our state policy efforts.
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May 11, 2023Affordability, Maine, News & Updates, State Efforts
United States of Care Provides Testimony in Support of Maine Legislation to Limit Facility Fees
Earlier today, United States of Care submitted testimony in support of LD 1795, Maine legislation introduced by Senate President Troy…
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May 10, 2023Affordability, Massachusetts, News & Updates, State Efforts
United States of Care Provides Testimony in Support of Massachusetts Cost-Free Preventive Services Legislation
Earlier this month, United States of Care and Community Catalyst submitted joint testimony in support of S. 647 and H….
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April 14, 2023Affordability, Colorado, News & Updates, State Efforts
United States of Care Submits Testimony in Support of Colorado Price Transparency Legislation
Earlier this week, United States of Care (USofCare) submitted testimony in support of Colorado SB23-252, legislation introduced by Senators Julie…
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April 3, 2023Affordability, Federal Efforts, News & Updates, Preventive Services, State Efforts
FACT SHEET: Solutions States Can Take to Preserve Access to Free Preventive Services
One of the most popular provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the requirement that most commercial health plans…
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March 29, 2023News & Updates, State Efforts
Get the Facts: What are the Benefits of State-Based Marketplaces (SBMs)?
State-Based Marketplaces (SBMs) allow states to enhance the consumer enrollment experience for those purchasing coverage in the individual market. SBMs…
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March 28, 2023Affordability, Colorado, News & Updates, State Efforts
United States of Care Provides Testimony to Colorado House Health and Insurance Committee in Support of Legislation to Restrict Hospital Facility Fees
On Friday, March 24, United States of Care’s (USofCare) Policy Manager, Eric Waskowicz, delivered testimony before the Colorado House Health…
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March 10, 2023Affordability, Colorado, News & Updates, Public Option, State Efforts
United States of Care Provides Testimony in Support of Colorado Legislation to Strengthen the State’s Innovative Colorado Option
In March 2023, Colorado Representatives Kyle Brown and Iman Jodeh and Senator Dylan Roberts introduced HB23-1224, legislation that would build on the successes of…
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March 6, 2023News & Updates, State Efforts
1331 Waivers: State Comparisons to Create a Basic Health Plan
State policymakers across the nation are looking to increase access to affordable health care coverage – especially as state Medicaid…
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January 31, 2023Dependable Coverage, Public Option, State Efforts
State Public Health Insurance Option: Advancing Equitable, Affordable, and Dependable Coverage
Access to health care continues to cost people too much. Increased costs force many families to choose between affording health…