Posted December, 1 2009 by arianne
Have you heard about the Stupak-Pitts Amendment, but don’t completely understand what it would do? Are you worried that an abortion ban would either sink health reform or make health reform not worth doing for women? Come to Tonight’s Teach-In and learn what you need to know! Tuesday, Dec.1, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 75 […]
Posted November, 24 2009 by arianne
The fight for health care justice does not end in 2009. The implementation of federal reform uniquely affects New York It is our job, as advocates, community groups, grassroots organizations and unions to join together, consider what we’ve won, and determine the critical next steps for our state. Join HCFANY at our Annual Meeting December […]
Posted November, 23 2009 by arianne
Saturday night the Senate was able to muster a 60-39 vote victory and move its Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act to the floor for debate, which will begin after the Thanksgiving holiday recess. Read more here: The Treatment New York Times Health Affairs The Hill
Posted November, 20 2009 by arianne
Tomorrow night at 8 pm EST the US Senate will vote on whether to begin debate on the Patient Protection and Affordable Health Act. For debate on the bill to occur, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid needs 60 votes to open the floor debate on the bill. With the 60 votes, the Senate would be […]