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CEO Statement on Expanding Medi-Cal Coverage to Undocumented Immigrants 50+

L.A. Care also supports elimination of the Medi-Cal asset test and the permanent end to suspension of optional benefits.

L.A. Care Offers Public Comment and Unique Insight on Proposed Legislation for a National Public Option

As a successfully operating public option, L.A. Care explained why a public option can work across the country.

CEO Statement on June 17, 2021 ACA Ruling

L.A. Care applauds today’s Supreme Court 7-2 ruling that upholds the landmark 2010 Affordable Care Act (ACA) and preserves affordable health coverage for more than 31 million Americans

L.A. Care CEO Urges Governor to Accept Legislature’s Health Care Agenda

John Baackes urges the governor to accept a Medi-Cal expansion, removal of a Medi-Cal asset test, and more.

L.A. Care Joins Medicaid Plans and Trade Associations Urging Congress to Make 12 Months of Medicaid Postpartum Care Permanent

The coalition of Medicaid plans and trade associations say this would help to address health disparities.

Health Equity and Disparities Post-COVID-19: Real Solutions are Long Overdue

L.A. Care's Chief Medical Officer says addressing systemic issues that caused COVID disparities requires a sustained effort.

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

HUD and HHS Must Work Together on Affordable Housing

L.A. Care's CEO co-authored this blog that is calling for bold federal action on housing and health.

HousingWire

CEO Statement Supporting President Biden’s Decision on Public Charge

L.A. Care supports the president's decision to rescind Trump Administration changes to the Public Charge Rule.

L.A. Care’s CEO Denounces Anti-Asian Hate Crimes

L.A. Care unequivocally condemns anti-Asian hate crimes and incidents that have spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

L.A. Care Advocates Using a Site-Based Approach to Vaccinate People Experiencing Homelessness, Regardless of Age

Homeless shelters and encampments are high-risk residential settings where age-based vaccination is not adequate.