Our State Policy Efforts
Understanding people’s needs to drive near-term health care reform
We are working in states to expand access to quality, affordable health care right now – because progress usually begins at the local level.
Our Goal
Our goal is to expand access to quality, affordable health care in the near term while paving a path toward durable, people-centered federal policies. To achieve improved outcomes for people, health care policies must protect people from financial devastation due to illness or injury, be fiscally responsible, and achieve the durable political support necessary to ensure long-term stability.
In the future, we want all people to be able to access high-quality health care in a way that meets their unique needs at a price they can afford.
We know what it takes to get the right stakeholders to the table, build the right coalition, develop the strongest policy, communicate complex issues in a compelling way, and engage the public in a productive dialog. Our team takes a multi-faceted approach to provide resources, strategic advice, and technical assistance while sharing best practices with partners on the ground across the country.
Targeted Campaign Approach
The role that we play in each effort is customized based on what’s needed:
- Develop and execute a targeted approach to get our prioritized policies across the finish line
- Develop a network of campaign operatives in partnership with allies to execute campaigns across the country
- Create and share a library of resources, tactics and playbooks with state and federal allies
- Provide strategic political advice and engage in direct advocacy in order to shore up inside-the-capitol support among legislators and governors
- Provide a variety of technical assistance related to policy development, public opinion research, message development, coalition building, etc.
- Assist with identifying financial resources to support campaigns and counter opposition efforts
Our Current State-Initiatives:
- Affordability Standards: USofCare is leading a multi-state learning collaborative to support states developing and utilizing new ways of measuring health care affordability.
- Public Health Insurance Option: USofCare is driving a multi-state approach to expand coverage through Public Option.
Contact us today if you need policy solutions, research and insights on approaches that put people’s needs in the center of change.
Our Network of Experts
Our network of leadership councils that inform our work include:
- A bipartisan Board of Directors
- Our Founder’s Council of more than 100 experts representing health care executives, policy experts, researchers, providers, patients, advocates and more
- An Entrepreneurs Council of health care executives and innovators
- Our Voices of Real Life comprised of individuals representing diverse communities with various life experiences
Latest State Efforts
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November 4, 2024Federal Efforts, Maternal & Child Health Care, News & Updates, Research, State Efforts
Issue Brief: Federal and State Coverage Requirements for Postpartum Care
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June 26, 2024News & Updates, State Efforts
United States of Care Highlights Recent Victories, Positive Trends in 2024 State Legislative Wrap Up Report
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June 26, 2024News & Updates, Oregon, State Efforts
Oregon’s Basic Health Plan, Explained
On June 7, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services approved the State of Oregon’s proposed Blueprint to create a Basic Health Plan (BHP) under Section 1331 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Beginning July 1, 2024, Oregon will allow individuals with incomes between 138-200% federal poverty level (FPL) and…
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