Georgetown Report: Number of Uninsured TX Kids Up 16%

The report is a wake-up call for the Texas Legislature.

Cover Texas NowOctober 30, 2019Texas Uninsured, Children's Health, State Policy

Too Many Texas Children Lack Health Coverage

And it's getting worse.

Cover Texas NowOctober 15, 2019Children's Health, State Policy, Texas Uninsured

From Longview to McAllen to Amarillo, Top 25 TX Metro Areas Have Worse Uninsured Rate Than US

The Legislature must reduce the uninsured rate.

Cover Texas NowOctober 8, 2019Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Texas Kids’ Uninsured Rate Still Highest in Nation & Getting Worse, According to US Census

Health coverage should be a top priority for the next legislative session.

Cover Texas NowSeptember 26, 2019State Policy, Children's Health, Medicaid, Texas Uninsured

Red Flag: More Texans Uninsured for a Second Year

New U.S. Census data show the number of uninsured Texans in 2018 was 5 million—186,000 more than in 2017.

Every TexanSeptember 13, 2019Medicaid Expansion, Children's Health, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Backsliding on Texas Children’s Health: More Uninsured, Fewer Enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP

All Texans should have access to affordable, high-quality health care.

Every TexanSeptember 13, 2019Children's Health, Texas Uninsured, State Policy, Medicaid

Census: TX Uninsured Rate Highest in US, Getting Even Worse

After the Lege failed to address the issue, they should make it a priority for the next legislative session.

Cover Texas NowSeptember 10, 2019Texas Uninsured, Medicaid Expansion, State Policy

Texas Enrollment in ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Continues to Decline, But Local Efforts Make a Positive Impact

The Affordable Care Act Marketplace significantly increases access to health coverage in Texas.

Every TexanJuly 19, 2019Affordable Care Act (ACA), Federal Policy, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

State Leaders Try again to Take Health Care away from Texans

Poll after poll shows Texans want lawmakers to focus on improving access to health care.

Every TexanJuly 16, 2019Medicaid Expansion, Affordable Care Act (ACA), Texas Uninsured

Report Shows Decline in Kids' Health Coverage in TX and Nationwide

This trend comes amid broader efforts to restrict access to health coverage and discourage participation by legal immigrants.

Cover Texas NowJune 13, 2019Medicaid, Children's Health, State Policy, Federal Policy, Texas Uninsured

Fight Back After Lege Ignored Uninsured Kids, Uninsured Moms & Other Uninsured Workers

Join the Healthcare Activist Leadership Network!

As Lege Blocks Health Bill for Uninsured Moms, New Report Shows TX Has Worst Uninsured Rate for Women of Childbearing Age

We’re deeply disappointed that our state leaders have once again failed to support the health of Texas moms in low-wage jobs.

Cover Texas NowMay 22, 2019Maternal Health, Medicaid Expansion, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Children's Health Coverage Bills Have Broad Support from Advocates Across the State

Texans are watching to see if the Legislature passes the Children's Health Coverage Bill.

Cover Texas NowMay 9, 2019Medicaid, Children's Health, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

More Resources on the Children's Health Coverage Bill

Here are five one-pagers in favor of HB 342, the Children’s Health Coverage Bill.

Cover Texas NowApril 15, 2019Medicaid, Children's Health, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Tell the Lege: Kids Need Health Care, Not More Red Tape

Contact your state legislators about the Children's Health Coverage Bill.

Cover Texas NowApril 8, 2019State Policy, Medicaid, Children's Health, Texas Uninsured

TX House Votes Down Medicaid Expansion Along Party Lines

We were disappointed to lose the vote, but we are encouraged by the strong debate on the House floor.

Cover Texas NowMarch 29, 2019Medicaid Expansion, Get Involved, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Take Action! TX Lege Voting Wed. on Medicaid Expansion Amendment!

Call your Representatives TODAY and urge them to support the amendment by Rep. Bucy to expand Medicaid.

Cover Texas NowMarch 25, 2019Medicaid Expansion, Texas Uninsured

Momentum Building for Medicaid Expansion in Texas

There has been some incredible energy calling for Medicaid expansion in Texas.

TX Medicaid expansion hearing Tuesday!

Get ready for a busy week in the fight for health care in Texas.

Cover Texas NowMarch 1, 2019Medicaid Expansion, Get Involved, Texas Uninsured, State Policy

Cover Texas Now Responds to Judge O’Connor’s Ruling, Asks State Leaders to Protect Health Care

Texas health care advocates are appalled by the ruling against the ACA.

Cover Texas NowDecember 20, 2018ACA Enrollment, Federal Policy, Texas Uninsured, State Policy