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Planning for Medicaid Unwinding in 2023

Social Work Blog

In 2020, Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act that provided states enhanced funding for Medicaid and CHIP and required states to adopt continuous coverage for individuals and families through the end of the PHE. Social Work Advocacy.

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Alumni Honored with SSW Distinguished Alumni Awards

Michigan Social Work

His efforts led to the adoption of protection of farm workers from excessive heat and overtime pay. Before joining the committee, Sanders was the Federal Policy Director for the Medicare Rights Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing access to affordable health care. Senate in 2013.