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Report: Texas Ranks Last In U.S. In Health Care Access And Affordability
Houston Public Media “ By Al Ortiz “ A report by The Commonwealth Fund ranks Texas last in health care access and affordability. Continue reading
Video: Highlights ” Executive Commissioner Dr. Phillips’ Message to Staff
Texas Health and Human Services Commission “ June 7, 2019. Continue reading
From property taxes to teacher pay, here’s how the Texas Legislature handled spending priorities
The Texas Tribune “ By Edgar Walters and Darla Cameron “ A look at behind-the-scenes budget negotiations in the Texas Capitol. Continue reading
Promises Made, Promises Kept
Office of the Texas Governor – Governor Greg Abbott released a web video titled “Promises Made, Promises Kept” that highlights the legislative session’s accomplishments on school finance, property tax reform, disaster preparedness, and more.Continue Reading >
Promises Made, Promises Kept
Office of Governor Greg Abbott “ A web video highlighting the accomplishments of the 86th Legislative Session. Read More
TEHP Applauds Congresswoman Escobar’s Efforts to Restore Hospital Safety Net
EL PASO “ Texas Essential Healthcare Partnerships (TEHP) today applauded Congresswoman Veronica Escobar’s efforts to restore funding for Texas’ hospital safety net that has been frozen due to a stalemate over the Medicaid 1115 waiver. Click here to read more
Letter from Senator Vela Regarding 1115 Waiver
Dear Secretary Becerra, Administrator Brooks-LaSure, Deputy Administrator Tsai, and Deputy Director Costello: I write to express concerns about the expiration of several programs that provide critical funding and access to health care services for Medicaid enrolled and uninsured individuals across Texas. CMS and the state should work swiftly to renew Texas’ 1115 Medicaid waiver and related DPPs. Continue Reading