Healthy Kids
Nothing is as important as a healthy start in life. Every child should be able to count on good health care 365 days a year, but kids can’t insure themselves. Neglecting their basic health care needs can multiply health problems and costs as these kids grow into adults. Just as it’s our responsibility to educate every child, kids also need our help to be sure they have appropriate care – right when they need it. And families need the peace of mind knowing that childhood bumps and bruises won’t turn into life-long health problems, and medical emergencies won’t drive families into bankruptcy.
2011 Legislative Achievements
- Passed Health Insurance Exchange legislation
- Protected funding for School-Based Health Centers
2009 Legislative Achievements
- Passed free health coverage for an additional 80,000 children in Oregon who are under 200% FPL and low-cost coverage for children up to 300% FPL.
- Expanded funding to School-Based Health Centers by $1.38 million, along with $5 million in available grants.
2007 Legislative Achievements
- Brought School-Based Health Centers to six new counties.
- Reduced administrative barriers to make sure more kids get and keep health insurance.
